David Ortiz: Don’t rush Rafael Devers to become captain of the Red Sox

The Cooperstown Hall of Famer and Boston legend said his compatriot is doing everything he can to help the team win, but he should be given time to grow in other areas.

only days later David Ortiz He said during an appearance on the “Baseball Is Dead” podcast that Boston Red Sox He has leadership problems at the moment, the former player in the group spoke about a specific case of Rafael Deversinvites the player to become the next great character in the group.

Rafael Devers He was awarded, before the start of the season, a contract extension which, in principle, guaranteed that he would remain for the rest of his career as a member of the red socks, is the man who has been called upon to become the face of a franchise in which year after year there are high expectations. However, according to Ortizat the moment devers He is not and cannot become the leader of the team.

“he has to (to be the leader). I think sometimes the language barrier doesn’t allow him to intervene in this role (…) because we’re not there yet, you know what I’m saying? It will take a minute to get ready.“, He said Ortiz In an interview on 98.5 on The Sports Hub’s “Zolak & Bertrand” radio show.

When referring to the leaders of his generation of players within red socks And for those who came after that,big daddyHe noted that a lot should come from each player’s personality.

“It was easier for me, because he had this personality that basically, if I see someone who needs guidance, I’m always open. This is exactly what happened with all those players who left the organization, (xanders) boggarts, (Dustin) Pedroia, these guys. (they) We took them under our wings, but they wanted to be taken. They wanted to learn. They had that personality and that’s something that, if you have it, you have itadded the Hall of Famers.

a few days ago, Ortiz He pointed out that, so far, except Trevor’s storynone of the current squad players for red socks He came close to talking to him about what the team is experiencing or about how to act in certain situations. However, in the special case of devershis compatriot indicated that he simply needed time.

“Now Ravi is not focused on being the captain of the club, but he is doing everything he can to try and help the club win. So, I think it is not fair to ask for more than you give. Because I know those are the things that have to come with your character, a guy who doesn’t care about language, a guy who can get along with everyone, someone who’s been playing for a while.He finished Ortiz.

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