Yankees Legend Sends Rafael Devers Message Amid Giants Struggles

BusinessSportsMoneyYankees Legend Sends Rafael Devers Message Amid Giants StrugglesByPeter Chawaga,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Peter Chawaga is a writer and editor covering Major League Baseball.Follow AuthorMay 30, 2026, 07:00am EDTSAN FRANCISCO, CA - APRIL 22: Rafael Devers #16 of the San Francisco Giants looks on in the on deck circle in the sixth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers on April 22, 2026 at Oracle Park in San Francisco, CA. (Photo by Matthew Huang/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)Icon Sportswire via Getty ImagesThe New York Yankees earned a sweep in their last series and it provided some momentum that they’ll want to carry on as they wrap up the first half of a critical season.After bringing back most of its roster from last year, the Yankees face as much pressure as ever to capture a World Series championship. And that could motivate another round of aggressive additions at the midseason trade deadline.“It’s clear the Yankees will be approaching deadline season as buyers,” Anthony Franco wrote for MLB Trade Rumors. They’ve built a strong cushion in the Wild Card picture and are probably still the favorites in the division.”The Yankees could target some bullpen help, another outfielder or even some upgrades around the infield. But one player they certainly won’t express any interest in is former nemesis Rafael Devers, who enjoyed some big moments against the Yankees as a member of the Boston Red Sox.ForbesGiants’ Rafael Devers Makes Agency Change After Trade ReportBy Peter ChawagaNew York Yankees Legend Reggie Jackson Sends Rafael Devers Message As San Francisco Giants StruggleThough Devers has been one of the most productive sluggers in his career, he has struggled mightily since joining the San Francisco Giants before last year’s trade deadline. After posting a .279/.349/.510 slash line in 10 years as the third baseman for the Red Sox, Devers is slashing just .238/.324/.440 across his two par...