Red Sox Trade Devers to Giants in Blockbuster Deal

The Boston Red Sox have traded star third baseman Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants, ending a strained relationship and sending Devers' $313 million contract to San Francisco. In return, Boston receives pitchers Jordan Hicks, Kyle Harrison, and two prospects. This blockbuster move gives the Giants a new franchise cornerstone and may prompt them to trade incumbent third baseman Matt Chapman, with the Yankees among potential suitors. The Yankees, relieved to see Devers leave the AL East, continue to seek bullpen help ahead of the trade deadline, while the Mets target left-handed relievers to balance their staff. The Red Sox, meanwhile, have acquired Jorge Alcala from the Twins to bolster their injury-plagued bullpen. These moves highlight an aggressive and unpredictable MLB midseason trade market as teams position themselves for the postseason.