Twins insider pitches wild Rafael Devers trade (but Giants would stand in the way)

The Athletic's Minnesota Twins insider Dan Hayes proposed a wild Rafael Devers trade idea.

By Jackson Kruse · Puckett's Pond

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 11:00 AM

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Dan Hayes proposed an ambitious trade idea for the Minnesota Twins to acquire Rafael Devers from San Francisco.
Hayes and Puckett's Pond acknowledged a permanent trade is unlikely due to the remaining seven-year, $211 million contract.
Devers hit 37 home runs and recorded 98 RBI in 148 games during the past season for the Giants.

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Dan Hayes of The Athletic proposed a speculative trade idea suggesting the Minnesota Twins target San Francisco Giants designated hitter and first baseman Rafael Devers. Hayes cited Minnesota's need for a consistent run producer in the middle of their lineup, while readily acknowledging that a deal remains highly unlikely due to financial hurdles.

Puckett's Pond noted that Devers is owed $211 million over the remaining seven years of his contract, meaning Minnesota would likely require San Francisco to absorb significant salary. Devers hit 37 home runs with 98 RBI across 148 games during the past season and does not hold a no-trade clause.

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Twins insider pitches wild Rafael Devers trade (but Giants would stand in the way)

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