"Can’t have this attitude"- Fans blast Rafael Devers for setting bad sportsmanship example after refusing to play at first base for Red Sox

Boston Red Sox star Rafael Devers has been making headlines ever since Alex Bregman was added to the team roster during the spring season. From the messed roster to the controversy around the third base position, the Boston Red Sox team has been in a state of turmoil for a long time. Recently, Red Sox’ third baseman Rafael Devers refused the request to play on first base after the sudden exit of Triston Casas.Devers was blasted by fans on social media for setting a bad example of bad sportsmanship during one of the most crucial times for the Boston Red Sox. Rafael Devers has been under the scanner for taking a stand for himself during one of the toughest times for the Boston Red Sox. Devers straightaway refused to play in the first base position after the sudden exit of Triston Casas from the roster. However, this did not go well for the Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers, as fans blasted him for showing unprofessional behavior during the season. A Red Sox fan even said, “Can’t have this attitude if you’re one of the best players on the team.”An X user expressed astonishment over Rafael Devers’ statement.“Man, what a team guy.”A Red Sox fan even pointed out that Devers should be shown the exit door-“Trade him.”“If you not willing to help out the team get players that are!”“Not willing? Don’t pay him!”“Imagine having your franchise player be the worst 3B in the league and still be unwilling to change positions.”“Hate to say this but maybe it’s time to get rid of Devers….he doesn’t seem to be a team first player or willing to do whatever it takes to make his team better….by by Devers.”As reported by the MLB.com, Rafael Devers addressed the buzz around filling the void for Triston Casas. He said via team interpreter Daveson Perez-"They had the conversation with me. I don't think, for me personally, it's the best decision after they asked me to play a different position. And I only had two months playing this position to all of a sudden have me try to play another position. So, from my end, it doesn't seem like a good decision."Reportedly, Boston Red Sox’ first baseman Triston Casas was forced to take the exit door after he went on to rupture the patellar tendon of his left knee recently. Looking at the severity of the situation, he would have to undergo a surgery. Also Read: “He is certainly athletic enough”- MLB insider suggests Red Sox outfielder’s name for Triston Casas’ replacement