1900: Six Hits, Four Doubles Game
In a game against the Cleveland Indians in 2019, Devers became the only player since 1900 to achieve six or more hits with at least four doubles in a single game.
1965: Youngest Red Sox Home Run Record
On July 26, 2017, Devers became the youngest player for the Red Sox to hit a home run since Tony Conigliaro in 1965.
1977: Red Sox Home Run Record for a Third Baseman
Devers surpassed Butch Hobson's 1977 record of 30 home runs in a season by a Red Sox third baseman, setting a new franchise record in 2019.
October 24, 1996: Birth of Rafael Devers
Rafael Devers was born on October 24, 1996.
1997: Youngest Player with Go-Ahead RBI Record
Devers became the youngest player since Édgar Rentería in 1997 to achieve a go-ahead RBI in the 9th inning or later of a World Series game. His accomplishment came during Game 4 of the 2018 World Series.
2005: Statistical Milestone
As of 2005, when online statistics for the DSL became available, Devers' .533 slugging average during a period in 2014 stood as the highest for an everyday player on the Red Sox.
2008: Fastest Pitch Home Run
In 2017, Devers hit a home run off a pitch from Aroldis Chapman clocked at 102.8 mph, marking the fastest pitch hit for a home run since MLB started formally recording pitch velocity in 2008.
August 2013: Signing with the Boston Red Sox
At just 16 years old, Rafael Devers signed a $1.5 million contract with the Boston Red Sox in August 2013.
May 31, 2014: Professional Debut
Rafael Devers began his professional baseball career on May 31, 2014, playing for the Dominican Summer League Red Sox rookie team.
2015: South Atlantic League All-Star Selection
Devers was chosen for the South Atlantic League All-Star Game in 2015 while playing for the Low Class A Greenville Drive.
2016: Spring Training Invitation and Promotion
The Boston Red Sox invited Devers to their spring training in 2016. He was then promoted to the High-A Salem Red Sox for the regular season.
July 24, 2017: Promotion to Boston Red Sox
Five days after the release of Pablo Sandoval, Devers was called up to the Boston Red Sox on July 24, 2017.
2017: Promotions to Double-A and Triple-A
Devers began 2017 with the Double-A Portland Sea Dogs. By July 14, his performance earned him a promotion to the Triple-A Pawtucket Red Sox.
2017: MLB Debut
Rafael Devers made his Major League Baseball debut in 2017.
2018: Postseason Success and World Series Title
Devers became the fifth player in history to hit at least three home runs before turning 22 during the 2018 postseason. His performance contributed to the Red Sox's World Series victory, giving Devers his first championship title.
2018: First Career Grand Slams and Injuries
Devers hit his first two career grand slams during the 2018 season. He also dealt with shoulder inflammation and a left hamstring strain that year, leading to stints on the disabled list.
2019: Player of the Month, Record-Breaking Hits, and RBI Title
Devers had a remarkable 2019 season. He was named AL Player of the Month for May, achieved a rare six-hit game, became the first player with 100 RBIs in 2019, and led the league in several offensive categories.
2019: League-Leading Offensive Stats and MVP Voting
Devers led the major leagues in extra base hits (90) and total bases (359) in 2019. His performance earned him a 12th-place finish in the AL MVP voting.
2019: Devers Uses Nickname "Carita" for Players' Weekend
During the 2019 Players' Weekend, Rafael Devers used the nickname "Carita," which translates to "baby face" in Spanish, a nod to his happy and smiling demeanor as a child.
2020: Leading the League in Errors
Despite a solid offensive performance, Devers struggled defensively in 2020, leading all major league players in errors with 14.
January 15, 2021: Devers and the Red Sox Avoid Arbitration
On January 15, 2021, Rafael Devers and the Boston Red Sox agreed to a one-year, $4.575 million contract, thus avoiding salary arbitration.
2021: First Silver Slugger and All-Star Selection
In 2021, Devers had a breakout year, earning his first Silver Slugger Award and being selected for the All-Star Game.
2021: José Devers Debuts in MLB
In 2021, Rafael Devers' cousin, José Devers, made his Major League Baseball debut with the Miami Marlins.
March 23, 2022: Devers Signs One-Year Deal with Red Sox
On March 23, 2022, Rafael Devers and the Boston Red Sox agreed to an $11.2 million contract for the season, avoiding salary arbitration.
2022: Second All-Star Selection
Devers continued his success in 2022, being named to his second All-Star team.
January 3, 2023: Devers Agrees to $17.5 Million Salary with Red Sox
On January 3, 2023, Rafael Devers and the Boston Red Sox agreed to a $17.5 million salary for the 2023 season.
2023: Second Silver Slugger Award
Rafael Devers won his second Silver Slugger Award in 2023.
May 2024: Devers Makes Red Sox History with Home Run Streak
In May 2024, Rafael Devers became the first Red Sox player in history to hit home runs in six consecutive games.
2024: Devers Signs Ten-Year Contract Extension with Red Sox
In 2024, Rafael Devers signed a 10-year contract extension with the Boston Red Sox worth $313.5 million, which will begin in the 2024 season.