Rafael Devers says he’s OK to be DH on Opening Day

Rafael Devers says he'd be OK being Red Sox DH: "I just want to help the team win"
With Opening Day just a few weeks away, Rafael Devers has changed his tune about being the DH of the Boston Red Sox.
Devers, Abreu debuts make Red Sox lineup whole again
For perhaps the first time this spring, there was an Opening Day feel in the air for the Red Sox on Saturday. And not just because manager Alex Cora officially named Garrett Crochet as his Opening Day
Rafael Devers says he's 'here to help,' willing to play DH for Red Sox after insisting he plays third base
Devers was reportedly so upset about being moved off third base initially that he considered asking to be traded.
Rafael Devers walks back refusal to DH, says he'll do whatever Red Sox ask of him as Opening Day approaches
It is worth noting that Devers has not yet appeared in a game this spring. He is nursing a shoulder injury and was originally expected to make his spring debut last Wednesday, but
Rafael Devers: I've told Red Sox I'll do whatever they need
Rafael Devers told reporters Thursday that he's "good to do whatever" the Boston Red Sox want him to do, an indication that he's willing to move away from third base and serve as the team's designated hitter this season.
Rafael Devers clears the air, says he’ll be the DH if it’s best for the Red Sox: ‘I’m good to do whatever they want’
Devers said he spoke to chief baseball officer Craig Breslow and manager Alex Cora a few weeks ago about his feelings and ultimately decided to follow their lead.
Rafael Devers Says He Will Do Whatever Red Sox Want Him to Do After 3B, DH Comments
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Latest Rafael Devers report suggests it's when, not if, Red Sox marriage falls apart
When the Red Sox landed Bregman on a shiny three-year, $120 million deal, questions immediately surfaced around his position. Bregman has spent his entire career at third base. So has Rafael Devers, Boston's highest-paid player — previously inked to a 13-year, $330 million contract that broke the franchise record.
Red Sox Notes: Abreu, Devers, Newcomb
Today's Red Sox news includes updates on Wilyer Abreu and Rafael Devers as well as a new name in the club's rotation battle. Read more at MLBTR.
Fenway Insider: Rafael Devers will play where Red Sox want him to
MassLive’s Sean McAdam recaps Thursday's Red Sox news which included comments from Rafael Devers and an injury update on Lucas Giolito.
Rafael Devers says Red Sox have decided what role he’ll serve this season
While the Red Sox have not publicly commented on what role Rafael Devers will serve this season, the slugger confirmed to reporters that a decision has already been made.
Garrett Crochet Red Sox Opening Day starter; Rafael Devers, Wilyer Abreu in first spring game
"I hope to shoulder all the responsibilities that come with it with pride and just lead this team," Crochet said.
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Red Sox have the top of the batting order set, at least
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