Red Sox's Rafael Devers Trade Prize 'In Danger' of Losing Job?

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The Boston Red Sox received Jordan Hicks as part of the return for Rafael Devers. Hicks has not fared well so far.

Hicks has had a rough season overall. He spent some time on the injured list and has a 6.23 ERA in 14 games with the Red Sox. With September call-ups looming, FanSided’s Stephen Parello suggests Hicks could end up seeing fewer opportunities.

“With a host of arms, like former Giants teammate Kyle Harrison, arriving in Boston when rosters expand, it would not surprise to see Hicks get pushed to the wayside, serving as a break-glass-in-case-of-emergency-type option over the season’s final month,” wrote Parello.

Red Sox's Rafael Devers Trade Prize 'In Danger' of Losing Job? — SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA – AUGUST 09: Jordan Hicks #46 of the Boston Red Sox looks on before the game against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park on August 09, 2025 in San Diego, California.Orlando Ramirez/Getty Images

Hicks’ arsenal is one that could make him a valuable arm in the backend of the bullpen. However, the results have not been there for him so far in his career. He is under contract through 2027, but has not looked like a player who would headline a trade for a player of the caliber of Devers. He was not having a great season when they added him either.

“If anything, he’s arguably been worse in Boston,” wrote Parello. “A 6.23 ERA in 13 innings has been an ever-so-slight improvement, but his walks have dramatically increased while his strikeouts have taken a dip. At the end of the day, Hicks still can’t get anyone out consistently.”

Hicks has a 4.30 career ERA, but the Red Sox likely hoped they would unlock his full potential. There is still time for him to make an impact for the team, but this season, the team could add relievers when rosters expand and limit how often Hicks is used.

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