MLB: Devers, two seasons in one: the rebirth of “Carita”

Rafael Devers, nicknamed "Carita," has experienced a turnaround in his performance this season following his acquisition by the Giants from the Red Sox last year. According to reports, his season is divided into two distinct phases separated by June 15, the date the team reportedly leaked that he was being placed on the market.

This mid-June turning point marked a resurgence for the infielder, allowing him to finally deliver the level of play the franchise anticipated when they originally traded for him. The narrative highlights how external pressure or trade speculation served as a dividing line for his athletic performance over the course of the season.