The issue in Boston began in February when the Red Sox signed third baseman Alex Bregman, pushing Devers to a designated hitter-only role. Devers publicly rebuked the organization for taking him away from third base, where he has struggled defensively throughout his career even as his bat has earned him three All-Star appearances.

Rafael Devers was error free in his first career start at first base and added two hits and an RBI as the San Francisco Giants snapped a season-worst six-game skid with a 9-0 win over the Atlanta Braves.

After the trade, Devers started working out at first base and said he would be happy to play there as soon as he felt comfortable. Asked why he was willing to play the position fo

Braves rookie catcher Drake Baldwin shines with 6 RBI in a 9-5 victory over the Giants, inching closer to the NL Rookie of the Year award.

Drake Baldwin plates two runs with a single to extend the Braves' lead over the Giants.

The Braves will start Spencer Strider (4-7) versus the Giants and Justin Verlander (0-8). These clubs meet again after the Braves beat the Giants 9-5 Monday. Bryce Elder earned the win for the Braves (5.

The San Francisco Giants face the Atlanta Braves in the opener of a 3-game set Monday at Truist Park in Atlanta.