San Francisco, California – Dominican third baseman Rafael Devers was greeted with a thunderous ovation at Oracle Park during his debut with the San Francisco Giants. The moment, filled with emotion and expectations, marked the beginning of a new stage in his career within Major League Baseball.
An Exciting Debut
The fans, standing, applauded fervently as they saw the two-time All-Star head to the plate, wearing the black and orange uniform for the first time. The reaction was a mix of welcome and recognition of the career of the player from Sánchez, Samaná. Devers arrived at the Californian team as one of the most important acquisitions of the season.Moment Rafael Devers receives a standing ovation in his first at-bat.
Devers, 27, was traded from the Boston Red Sox, a team he played with for eight seasons and where he established himself as one of the most consistent hitters in the American League. “It’s an incredible feeling. I am grateful for this welcome and ready to give my best with this organization,” expressed Devers, visibly moved by the reception.
