The Boston Crimson Sox have confronted some severe criticism over their resolution to commerce Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants on Sunday, and a few of the newest got here from franchise legend Manny Ramirez.
The Crimson Sox traded Devers to the Giants in trade for 2 MLB pitchers and two prospects. Most individuals have been surprised by the deal, although there had been pressure between Devers and Boston’s brass for the reason that offseason.
Ramirez, who is likely one of the best gamers in Crimson Sox historical past, was requested concerning the commerce during a Monday interview with MLB reporter Hector Gomez. The 12-time All-Star ripped his former team.
“The Crimson Sox dealt with this Devers state of affairs fairly badly. They need to have talked to him for the reason that starting about him transferring to a distinct place and never simply drop that on him throughout spring coaching,” Ramirez mentioned. “It was improper by the group and reveals the dearth of the expertise from the GM and the dearth of a transparent information inside the workforce. They need to have by no means handled Devers that method.
“Devers was humiliated (by the Crimson Sox). It is not about delight or ego. I believe the workforce did not respect him or talk with him correctly. I am certain they did not try this to Clemens. I am unable to think about the Yankees telling Choose, ‘Now we’re transferring you to catcher.'”
Devers was moved from third base to designated hitter this season after the Crimson Sox signed Alex Bregman, who gained a Gold Glove final 12 months. All through the whole offseason, Devers made it clear that his choice was to proceed enjoying third base. Devers was so sad about being moved to DH that he hinted he could request a trade.
The problems appeared to subside for some time, however the state of affairs turned ugly once more after Boston first baseman Triston Casas suffered a season-ending harm in early Might. The Crimson Sox went to Devers to ask about the opportunity of him enjoying first base, and he publicly blasted the team’s front office in response.
Ramirez had beforehand offered to help Devers navigate the complicated situation in Boston, but it surely would not sound like the 2 ever linked.
