As the Red Sox faced the Royals, owner John Henry, CEO Sam Kennedy, and chief baseball officer Craig Breslow flew to Kansas City to address Rafael Devers’ recent comments about his refusal to play first base and management’s requests. Henry and manager Alex Cora held a private meeting with Devers, which Breslow described as an “honest and candid exchange,” aiming to clarify organizational values and expectations. Devers, who has transitioned to designated hitter this season, remains frustrated over potential position changes, and while the situation is tense, teammates express a commitment to resolving it for the sake of winning.
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Tanner Houck of the Boston Red Sox has been shut down indefinitely due to a recurrence of flexor soreness after a rehab start, as announced by manager Alex Cora. While no surgery is needed, Houck's return remains uncertain, further highlighting the team's need for pitching support ahead of the trade deadline, especially with additional injuries to other players. Need More Context? 🔎
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