Boston Red Sox designated hitter Rafael Devers (11) follows through on a home run during the ninth inning of a baseball game against the New York Yankees, Sunday, June 8, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Noah K.

Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow acknowledged on a conference call Sunday night that the deal leaves a hole in the lineup, but he hoped it would pay off this season. Although there is a newly created need for a power hitter, the team now has roster and payroll flexibility to add players at the trade deadline, he said.

The Red Sox sent Rafael Devers to San Francisco in exchange for Jordan Hicks, Kyle Harrison and two minor leaguers.