Red Sox Trade Rafael Devers To Giants
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The San Francisco Giants swung a major trade for a star infielder Sunday in a deal with the Boston Red Sox. The Red Sox traded Rafael Devers to the Giants, ending a saga that began in spring training when Boston's front office moved Devers to designated hitter from third base.
Red Sox starters have been red-hot lately, at 4-0 with a 1.05 ERA in their last five starts. And they could be getting help.
Boston placed Abreu on the IL Monday and promoted top Roman Anthony from Triple-A Worcester. Next Thursday (an off day before a series in San Francisco) is the first day he is eligible to return.
Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora provides a positive update on Wilyer Abreu, announcing that he's on track to return for the San Francisco Giants series starting June 20th.
The Rockies, as is their custom, rallied late. Before the ninth-inning rally, they made the game interesting in the seventh when second baseman Estrada — the former Giant — ripped a two-run double to left off San Francisco reliever Sean Hjelle. Jordan Beck reached on an infield hit and Hilliard drew a walk to set up the rally.