Red Sox Links: Is There Any Downside to Extending Rafael Devers?

While signing Rafael Devers to a long-term extension seems like a slam dunk, there’s always going to be a sliver of doubt with any such deal. (Rob Bradford; WEEI/Audacy)

The theater of Edwin Díaz’s entrance into Mets games last season still gives me chills. Now imagine that at Fenway Park. (Chris Cotillo; MassLive)

Tony Clark shared some insights on his work with the MLB Players Association in a discussion with the Boston Globe. (Michael Silverman; Boston Globe)

Although Brock Holt is heading into the next phase of his life, we’ll always have the memories of those glorious years from 2013-2019. (Chris Cotillo; MassLive)

As the Associated Press reported, this year’s World Series will not feature a single Black player born in the United States, something that hasn’t happened in more than 70 years. That’s a pretty disturbing and disheartening fact. (Ben Walker; Associated Press)

There will be plenty of shortstops in free agency this winter. But where will they all land? (Jim Bowden; The Athletic)