The return Boston received for Devers is also a point of controversy. While prospect James Tibbs III offers excitement, the rest of the package is comprised of a castaway Jordan Hicks, former top prospect Kyle Harrison, and rookie-ball pitcher Jose Bello – not the most notable return for a franchise cornerstone.

In the middle of what has to be a difficult stretch, both personally and professionally, Boston Red Sox star Jarren Duran opened up. In an hour-long interview with the "Section 10 Podcast," Duran dished on what playing for a mediocre Red Sox team has been like for several seasons,

Rafael Devers had a consistent mantra when he addressed the Boston media for the first time since his surprising trade from the Red Sox to the San Francisco Giants five days ago.