The ongoing conflict between Rafael Devers and the Boston Red Sox management escalated, prompting owner John Henry and others to meet with him in Kansas City. Devers expressed dissatisfaction with being shifted from third base to designated hitter earlier in the season and refusing to play first in the wake of injuries. His remarks indicated a lack of clarity and communication between him and the front office, leading to discontent among teammates over his recent behavior and statements, particularly a postgame outburst that raised eyebrows within the clubhouse.
I know I'm a ballplayer, but at the same time, they can't expect me to play every single position out there.
I'm not certain what [issue] he has with me. He played ball, and I would like to think that he knows that changing positions like that isn't easy.
We felt like it was important, based on the situation that unfolded yesterday, to come out here and have an honest conversation about what we value as an organization.
His postgame tirade on Thursday elicited 'not positive' reactions from teammates in the clubhouse at the time.
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