The Red Sox reportedly felt that Devers didn't "live up" to the "responsibilities" of his hefty contract, which factored into the decision to trade him.

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Devers is currently leading the American League in walks and is on pace to have his most productive season since 2022, with 2.2 bWAR/1.9 fWAR in 72 games to date.