Episode
Devers Refuses To Play, Again
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- Jun 22, 2026
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- 113
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Summary
Rafael Devers’ refusal to budge from the field when manager Tony Vitello tried to swap him for a faster runner has ignited clubhouse chaos—and may have just torpedoed any trade talks. The Giants, already struggling and locked into a long-term deal with Devers, are facing a growing problem: a star player who won’t bend to managerial strategy. This isn’t new—Devers famously resisted position changes with the Red Sox, leading to his eventual trade. Now, with his bat underperforming and his attitude clashing with the team’s needs, Devers’ stubbornness is becoming a liability. Vitello’s call for speed was smart, but Devers’ defiance has turned a tactical move into a PR nightmare—and it’s clear this isn’t going away anytime soon. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c828fe32db501c06