Rafael Devers's Stats, Metrics, Game Logs, Projections & Rankings
Player profile
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HT/WT6' 0'' , 235 lbs
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Birthdate10/24/1996 (27)
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Draft InfoUndrafted
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StatusInactive
The Boston Red Sox informed Major League Baseball on Tuesday that third baseman Rafael Devers (shoulder) isn't going to the All-Star Game next week so that he can rest his nagging left shoulder. Baltimore Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg will replace Devers on the American League All-Star roster. Devers' left shoulder hasn't bothered him too much so far in July, as he's gone 9-for-24 (.375) with three home runs, a triple, 10 RBI, five walks, a stolen base and seven runs scored in six games, including homering three times in the last two games in the Bronx over the weekend against the division-rival New York Yankees. The 27-year-old did miss a few games in April due to his shoulder and he has started every game since June 11, so Boston wants to give him some extra rest next week. The Dominican slugger entered Tuesday's contest with a strong .293/.378/.593 slash line with a .971 OPS, 21 homers and 55 RBI in 77 games. He's one of the best hitters in the game.
Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers swatted a pair of solo homers on Sunday Night Baseball, leading his team to a 3-0 win over the New York Yankees. Devers finished the day 3-for-4 with two homers, two runs scored, and two RBI. His longballs came in the seventh inning to break a scoreless tie and then in the ninth inning to add some insurance. He is now hitting .451 with seven homers, 17 runs, and 15 RBI in his last 15 games against the rival Yankees, and clearly loves hitting in Yankee Stadium. Devers is a consistent top-20 player in fantasy, leaving his managers with nothing to worry about.
Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers reached 1,000 career hits on Saturday going 2-4 with a HR in Boston's 14-4 loss to the New York Yankees. The 1,000th hit came on an RBI single in the top of the third inning off of Yankees' starter Gerrit Cole. Devers' HR was a solo shot in the top of the fifth inning that initially gave the Red Sox a 4-3 lead. Devers has been a solid source of production for Boston throughout his eight year career and continues to do so in 2024 with a .943 OPS and 19 HR. Should the lefty continue down this path then he will be cemented in Boston as a fan favorite with an outside chance to make noise in Cooperstown if he plays long enough. The 27-year-old will look to continue his stellar 2024 season against suddenly struggling Yankees starter Luis Gil.
Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers hit his 18th home run in a 4-1 victory over the San Diego Padres on Sunday. Devers had two hits and two RBI in the game. The veteran is hitting .286 on the season and also has 45 RBI, a stolen base and 49 runs scored. Devers has been red hot over his last seven games, hitting .400 with four home runs, seven RBI and seven runs scored over that period. He continues to be a regular force in the middle of the Boston lineup.
Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers (knee) will be sitting out of Sunday's series finale against the Chicago White Sox as a precaution since he left Saturday's game early with left knee soreness. Manager Alex Cora told the media that Devers is experiencing soreness in the same knee that caused him to be sidelined for a week back in April. As of now, this injury does not seem serious at all, and Boston is choosing to be cautious with their superstar third baseman. As a result, Emmanuel Valdez is likely to man the hot corner on Sunday and could be a sneaky play in DFS as he will face right-hander Chris Flexen, who enters Sunday with a hefty 5.19 ERA.