San Francisco Giants Complete Rafael Devers Trade with Boston Red Sox

The San Francisco Giants executed a surprising trade to acquire star third baseman and designated hitter Rafael Devers from the Boston Red Sox, sending pitchers Jordan Hicks, Kyle Harrison, outfield prospect James Tibbs III, and pitching prospect Jose Bello to Boston. Devers, who is having a strong 2025 season with a .271 average, 14 home runs, and 57 RBIs, hit a solo home run in his final game for the Red Sox before the trade was announced. Giants players, including All-Star pitcher Logan Webb and teammates Willy Adames and Dom Smith, expressed excitement about adding Devers, viewing him as a major boost to their lineup amid a competitive National League West. The Red Sox, meanwhile, face criticism for the trade return and the timing of the deal, with some analysts questioning whether Boston improved as a team or if they sacrificed long-term potential by parting with key prospects. Devers' large contract, which the Giants assumed, adds complexity to the trade, but the player is still in his prime at age 28. The trade was made public just before a Sunday Night Baseball game between the Giants and Dodgers, intensifying the drama around the high-profile deal.