Devers voiced his hesitance to become a full-time designated hitter, which sparked some preseason drama. And now that the Red Sox have lost first baseman Triston Casas to a season-ending injury, Devers’ refusal to speak to the media about potentially moving there has fueled the position drama even further.

Boston Red Sox designated hitter Rafael Devers has been reluctant to answer questions about a possible defensive shift to first base.

It's already been a long year for Rafael Devers, and it's only May 5. Devers, who is in year two of a 10-year extension he signed to stay in Boston for the vast majority of his career, was moved off his preferred position of third base to make way for the arrival of Gold Glover Alex Bregman.