Rafael Devers is set to make his professional debut at first base against the Atlanta Braves, a position he has never played before. After being traded from the Boston Red Sox, he showed willingness to play first base even though he previously declined in Boston when first baseman Triston Casas was injured. Devers had been limited due to injuries and primarily served as a designated hitter. Since joining the Giants, his batting performance has been subpar, slashing .219/.333/.333 over 29 games, while the team has used several players at first base during his tenure.
Rafael Devers will make his professional debut at first base on Tuesday evening against the Atlanta Braves, marking the first time he has played the position.
Devers expressed a willingness to play first base for the Giants after being traded from the Boston Red Sox last month.
In Boston, Devers publicly declined to play first base after Triston Casas suffered a season-ending injury.
Since the trade, Devers has struggled at the plate for the Giants, slashing .219/.333/.333 over 29 games.
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