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It hasn't been the season Rafael Devers was hoping for after a difficult offseason with the Boston Red Sox. The three-time All-Star has looked completely lost at the plate so far for the Red Sox this year, going hitless through his first 19 at-bats.
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Although Rafael Devers has been recovering from shoulder injuries to both his shoulders, the historically great hitter has alarmingly struck out 15 times in only five games this season. While the shoulder injuries could be a part of the problem, the long-time Red Sox third baseman is now serving as the team's primary designated hitter, which could also be weighing on him.
It seems likely that a player as talented as Devers will eventually figure it out, but Boston Red Sox legend Manny Ramirez has taken it upon himself to try and speed up the process.
“I'm willing to help him. My doors are open, I can give him good advice. Whatever he needs, I'm here. If he wants to talk to me, I'm here to help him with my experience, give him good advice, and talk to him about what I went through," Manny Ramirez said.
According to MLB insider Hector Gomez, the 12-time All-Star has offered to help Rafael Devers through his transition away from third base. Ramirez explained how when he was playing in the right field for Cleveland, once he joined the Boston Red Sox, he was moved to left field, something that bothered him at first.
"Remember, I played RF in Cleveland, and when I arrived in Boston, they put me in left field. At first, I didn't like the decision, but later I realized it was the best thing for me," Ramirez continued.
It will be interesting to see if Rafael Devers take Manny Ramirez up on his offer, but he's not the first Boston Red Sox legend who has reached out to the superstar. David Ortiz was seen talking with Devers during Spring Training, adding yet one more club legend to the group willing to talk and help Devers in anyway they can.
Rafael Devers has appeared at DH in every game this season
There's a chance that Devers is simply adjusting to the new routine that comes with serving as a full-time DH. After the Boston Red Sox had signed All-Star third baseman Alex Bregman this offseason, it was rumored that the move would shift Devers elsewhere.
Well, right before the start of the new season, Red Sox manager Aleex Cora announced that the rumors were indeed true. So far this season, Devers has served as the DH in every game, which could be a part of the reasons for his struggles. Perhaps working with a slugger like Manny Ramirez could help him adjust to his new role.
