Red Sox owner John Henry flies to Kansas City for sit-down with Rafael Devers

The Boston Red Sox faced a tumultuous situation as team owners and executives flew to Kansas City to address the ongoing feud between star third baseman Rafael Devers and the front office. Owner John Henry, team president Sam Kennedy, and chief baseball officer Craig Breslow met with the team on the road to try and resolve the escalating conflict.

The controversy began when Devers, who had reluctantly transitioned from third base to designated hitter at the start of the season following the signing of Alex Bregman, refused to move to first base after the team lost Triston Casas to a season-ending injury. Devers expressed his frustration, stating that he had been told during spring training that he would only play as a DH and not in any other position. He felt that it was unfair for the team to suddenly ask him to switch positions.

The tension between Devers and Breslow seemed to be at the center of the conflict, with Devers questioning if there was an issue between them. Breslow, a former player himself, emphasized the importance of being a great teammate and the values that the organization holds dear. Henry and Red Sox manager Alex Cora also had a private conversation with Devers to address the situation.

However, Devers’ actions have not been well-received by his teammates. Following a postgame outburst on Thursday, reports indicated that his behavior had garnered “not positive” reactions from his fellow players in the clubhouse. It seems that the All-Star’s actions have caused some discord within the team.

The Red Sox front office’s visit to Kansas City was an attempt to quell the growing tension and ensure that the team can move forward united. The discussions between Devers, team executives, and teammates will be crucial in resolving the conflict and maintaining a positive team dynamic. Ultimately, the organization hopes to focus on their shared goals and values as they navigate through this challenging situation.