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Red Sox Thrive After Devers Trade; Giants See Promise

9/16/2025

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On June 15, the Boston Red Sox and San Francisco Giants completed a five-player trade, acquiring Rafael Devers.
Since the trade, the Red Sox improved their record from 37-36 to 45-32, supporting executive Craig Breslow's decision.
Devers has hit 16 home runs with a .242 batting average for the Giants but has faced strikeout challenges.
The Red Sox promoted top prospect Roman Anthony, while Jordan Hicks has struggled and Kyle Harrison debuted with promise.
Both teams view the trade positively after three months.

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Story summary

On June 15, the Boston Red Sox and San Francisco Giants completed a five-player trade, acquiring Rafael Devers.
Since the trade, the Red Sox improved their record from 37-36 to 45-32, supporting executive Craig Breslow's decision.
Devers has hit 16 home runs with a .242 batting average for the Giants but has faced strikeout challenges.
The Red Sox promoted top prospect Roman Anthony, while Jordan Hicks has struggled and Kyle Harrison debuted with promise.
Both teams view the trade positively after three months.