The Boston Red Sox made a stunning move in Major League Baseball by trading Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants. Devers, a three-time All-Star, has had a solid 2025 season, boasting a .271 batting average, 14 home runs, and leading the American League in walks. The trade, confirmed by ESPN's Jeff Passan, sees the Red Sox receiving pitcher Jordan Hicks among other prospects, but many critics question the value of this haul versus the star power of Devers.

Critics are drawing parallels to controversial trades in other leagues, specifically the NBA's Luka Doncic deal, suggesting Boston could have received better prospects. Devers' relationship with the Red Sox soured after positional changes were made that he did not agree with, leading to this surprising decision.