While tensions seem to have cooled, the Red Sox are still working toward a final decision on Devers’ defensive future, particularly with the addition of Alex Bregman, who appears poised to take over at third base.

A day after Rafael Devers said he’s willing to serve as the team’s designated hitter, Cora was not ready to announce anything.

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Lucas Giolito will start the season on the injured list with a left hamstring strain, and he is the second pitcher in the projected rotation to catch an injury, joining Brayan Bello,