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Devers' growing disconnection with the organization became clearer through the media's lens. Frustrated by the Red Sox management and voicing his dissatisfaction publicly, his emotional state caught the attention of team owner John Henry, who made a rare trip to meet with Devers directly. The meeting emphasized the gravity of the situation, signaling that the relationship had indeed soured significantly.
With both Devers’ talent and discontent on full display, the team ultimately decided that a trade was the best course of action. Speculations surrounded the potential trade partners, with the Philadelphia Phillies being the initial frontrunner, but ultimately, the San Francisco Giants became the team to benefit from Devers’ immense talent.