The San Francisco Giants made a major roster move on June 15th, acquiring three-time All-Star Rafael Devers from the Boston Red Sox. This deal was intended to boost the Giants as they competed in the tight NL West race. However, Devers has faced difficulties adapting so far, prompting Giants general manager Buster Posey to encourage fans to remain patient with the new addition.
Before the trade, Devers was batting .272 with an impressive on-base percentage of .401 and was among MLB’s leaders in RBIs. At 28 years old, the switch was expected to strengthen the Giants’ lineup during a season in which the team was holding a solid 41-31 record and pushing for the division lead.
Rafael Devers Faces Challenges in His Debut with the Giants
Since joining San Francisco, Devers’ performance has dipped notably. Over his first 25 games with the Giants, he has hit just .202, reducing his overall season average to .255. His power numbers have also declined, with only two home runs and 10 RBIs during this period. The team’s record has similarly faltered, standing at 11-14 since the trade.
Buster Posey, in his first year as Giants GM, has been praised for his roster decisions, but even he acknowledges the current difficulties Devers is facing. On a Bay Area radio show, Posey said,
“It’s an adjustment period. This guy has been with one his entire life…Devers has been in the big leagues for whatever it’s been, 8 or 9 years. A guy like that it’s only a matter of time before he gets going.” —Buster Posey, San Francisco Giants General Manager
Team Performance and Future Outlook as Giants Seek Turnaround
The Giants showed signs of resurgence when they won 7 out of 9 games, narrowing the gap to five games behind the division-leading Los Angeles Dodgers. Unfortunately, the team dropped the final two games before the All-Star break to division rivals. Currently, San Francisco sits in third place, trailing the Dodgers by six games and the San Diego Padres by just half a game.
As play resumes for the second half of the 2025 MLB season, the Giants will embark on a six-game road trip, facing the Toronto Blue Jays and New York Mets. How Rafael Devers adapts during this stretch could prove crucial for San Francisco’s chances in the playoff race.
The Giants’ ability to capitalize on Devers’ talent will be key to overcoming their recent struggles and closing the gap in the competitive NL West. With Buster Posey urging patience, fans remain hopeful that Devers can regain his form and help lead the team into postseason contention.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. How many errors did Rafael Devers have?
A. By the end of the 2024 season, Devers had committed more career errors than any other active third baseman, totaling 141 errors in eight seasons. Among active third basemen who played at least 500 games, he also had the lowest fielding percentage at .944.
Q. How many errors did Rafael Devers make?
A. By the conclusion of the 2024 season, Devers had the most errors among current third basemen, with 141 errors over eight seasons. Among those who played at least 500 games, he also had the lowest fielding percentage at .944.