The Boston Red Sox face a dilemma at the start of spring training, one that has become a topic of discussion in the media. Following the signing of Alex Bregman to a long-term deal, Rafael Devers appears set to move off third base, which would open the door for one of their top prospects to play second. However, Devers has firmly declared his unwillingness to vacate the hot corner, asserting that it is his rightful position. Despite his manager hinting otherwise, Devers found support from teammate Triston Casas, who more than confidently stated that he believes third base is Devers’ place.
Triston Casas makes it clear he thinks Rafael Devers should be at third base.
Alex Bregman at second.
Says Devers is the best third baseman in baseball. pic.twitter.com/xaLhA7IcXH— Tyler Milliken (@tylermilliken_) February 18, 2025
That comment, however, did not sit well with some in the Boston media. Tony Massarotti, known for his controversial takes, reacted strongly, suggesting that Casas should “shut his pie hole.” This isn’t the first time Massarotti has faced backlash; he came under fire last October for using an anti-Asian slur, and now he seems poised to stir the pot once more.
And then we wonder why old people don’t like Casas pic.twitter.com/88whECBMZm
— KutterIsKing (@KutterIsKing) February 18, 2025
Massarotti’s tirade included mocking remarks about Casas, suggesting he thinks he’s mastered the game. “That was Triston Casas? Oh my god, I thought it was Abner Doubleday speaking there — the guy that invented the game,” Massarotti remarked, adding sarcastically that Casas holds multiple roles including assistant GM and scout. His frustration continued as he dismissed Casas’s insights, calling him “an A-hole” for sharing his opinion.
It’s worth noting that the idea of Abner Doubleday inventing baseball is a long-debunked myth. Further, Casas wasn’t just sharing unsolicited advice; he was responding to a direct question about what he would do if he were managing the team. Despite Massarotti’s harsh critique, some might view the broadcaster’s comments as typical shock-jock behavior, leaning into controversy for attention.
