Red Sox brass, including John Henry, met with Rafael Devers following viral remarks about being asked to play 1B
Briefly

The Boston Red Sox held a significant discussion with Rafael Devers following his critical postgame comments. Key leadership, including owner John Henry and chief baseball officer Craig Breslow, met with Devers to clarify the organization’s values and address misunderstandings regarding a position change request. This meeting aimed to foster candid dialogue and reaffirm team cohesion. Manager Alex Cora acknowledged the conversation's positive impact, indicating a commitment to transparent communication and collaborative teamwork moving forward, particularly in light of injuries impacting player positions.
"There were conversations," Breslow said. "... It was actually John who spoke directly with Raffy. We felt like it was important based on the situation that unfolded yesterday to come out here and have an honest conversation about what we value as an organization..."
"It was a chance for honest, candid exchange," Breslow said. "There was some misunderstanding on the communication or an opportunity to provide more clear communication. Hopefully that was a step in the right direction here today."
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