It still feels strange to look at the Boston Red Sox's lineup every day and not see Rafael Devers' name in the two-hole. Devers has now played eight games with the San Francisco Giants after the most controversial trade of the season.

At 40-42, the Red Sox aren't officially out of the playoff race like the Chicago White Sox, Pittsburgh Pirates, and Colorado Rockies. However, it's getting late early, and it might not be long before Boston officially pivots to 2026.

San Francisco Giants manager Bob Melvin revealed a setback as the team's new slugger attempts to take over first base.