Boston Red Sox brass on Monday night held a news conference to address the recent surprise and controversial trade of slugger Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants. The Red Sox on Sunday dealt Devers to the Giants as the centerpiece of a five-player trade that netted Boston some young talent in return and also put the roughly $250 million left on Devers' contract on San Francisco's books.

The Boston Red Sox's decision to trade Rafael Devers will go down as one of the most shocking moves in MLB history. Sparking an intense reaction from the media and fans alike, Monday was the first time Red Sox players had an opportunity to share their opinions.