Alex Cora has insisted over and over again that Rafael Devers will not play the field in 2025, keeping him as the Red Sox’ primary designated hitter for the entirety of the season.
However, Devers has been seen taking ground balls ahead of most games recently, even taking some at shortstop. While that has led to some speculation that Devers could return to third base or start playing first base this season, Cora insisted again that it doesn’t mean he’ll be playing in the infield in 2025.
“We talk, but he’s my DH,” Cora told reporters when asked about Devers taking ground balls.