Devers' stance presents a problem for the Red Sox, both as they search for an effective replacement at first base and as it seems to widen a rift between the star player and the team's front office. But Tim Boyle, writing for FanSided, suggested that a trade with the New York Mets could offer some relief.

The Boston Red Sox could look to acquire a first baseman from the New York Mets after Rafael Devers said no to the positon change.