The Boston Red Sox’s infield is in shambles right now, First baseman Triston Casas is done for the season. Third baseman Alex Bregman is expected to be out for a while due to a quad injury. Trevor Story is healthy,

MLB player prop bets and odds for Rafael Calcano Devers on Monday, May 26, 2025, as the Boston Red Sox take on the Milwaukee Brewers.

I don't think the Red Sox were wrong to ask. I do think they're owed much of the blame in Devers' refusal to acquiesce. Keep in mind, it seems like Boston didn't approach Devers about changing positions until after Alex Bregman had signed -- that despite being connected to Bregman all offseason.