Rafael Devers frustrated after Tony Vitello removes him against Marlins
USA Today • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 8:54 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Rafael Devers expressed frustration after being removed from the game by Giants manager Tony Vitello in the ninth inning against the Miami Marlins. The Giants were trailing 2-1 when Devers, who had drawn a leadoff walk, was replaced by pinch-runner Jonah Cox. Vitello explained in a postgame conference that Devers' leg was bothering him, and they felt Cox offered the best chance to tie the game. The move ultimately did not pay off, as the Giants lost, finishing a series sweep in Miami. Following the game, Vitello stated that he and Devers are on good terms despite the incident.
- •Devers wagged his finger at Vitello after being replaced.
- •Cox was brought in as a pinch-runner in the ninth inning.
- •The Giants lost 2-1, completing a sweep by the Marlins.
- •Vitello cited Devers' leg issue as a factor in the decision.
- •Devers is under contract with the Giants through 2033.
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"Rafael Devers didn’t hide his frustration after Tony Vitello's late Giants decision. Here’s what happened — and why the move didn’t work.
"Rafael Devers didn’t hide his frustration after Tony Vitello's late Giants decision. Here’s what happened — and why the move didn’t work.
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Rafael Devers didn’t hide his frustration after Tony Vitello's late Giants decision. Here’s what happened — and why the move didn’t work.
- Yahoo SportsJun 21, 2026, 8:54 PMRafael Devers wags finger at Tony Vitello after Giants manager removes him from game
Rafael Devers didn’t hide his frustration after Tony Vitello's late Giants decision. Here’s what happened — and why the move didn’t work.
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