BOSTON — Rafael Devers is entering his eighth full season in the majors and the second year of the 10-year, $313.5 million extension he signed with the Red Sox two years ago. As he steps into what should be the prime of his career, the Red Sox are also hoping he’ll take on a more vocal leadership role.

The next step for Rafael Devers? Stepping out of his comfort zone and being more vocal, according to manager Alex Cora.

If his recent social media activity is any indication, Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers may be keen on the idea of his team adding free agent slugger Alex Bregman.Outside of financials, one of the obvious primary reasons for a potential deal between Bregman (a third baseman as well) and the Red Sox being

After being held in Springfield over the course of a weekend the past few years, this year’s edition will be a single day (9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.) at Fenway Park and in the adjoining MGM Music Hall at Fenway.

"His size, the way he moves, it felt kind of like, ‘You will be a second baseman.’" The post Alex Cora continues to insist Rafael Devers is Red Sox’ 3B, even if they sign Alex Bregman appeared first on Boston.

Rafael Devers is not shying away from his willingness to move off third base if the Boston Red Sox can sign Alex Bregman. The three-time All-Star

According to longtime MLB insider Ken Rosenthal, that inaction might be a ploy from the Red Sox — especially if it leads to a desperate Bregman eventually lowering his contract demands with spring right around the corner.

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora discussed the team’s much rumored free agency pursuit of star third baseman Alex Bregman on Saturday.On the eve of “Red Sox Fenway Fest,” Cora talked with the New England Sports Network (NESN) about both Bregman,