David Ortiz, the legendary Boston Red Sox player, and Rafael Devers, the rising star of the team, have a special bond. Ortiz, who is known to have had an impact on Dever?s life as a mentor, has also had an impact on his career. The 47-year-old played a crucial role in Devers? long-term contract with the Red Sox. He even went as far as to urge the team to keep Devers for a long time, calling him ?the face of the organization.??
Recently, the Red Sox held an event that brought together legends including Ortiz and Devers. A photograph of the two in a lighthearted conversation was shared by the team, with the caption, ?If this just doesn?t warm your heart.? Fans of the team have a flurry of mixed opinions to share on the Twitter conversation.
Fans with a flurry of replies to the Red Sox’s stars
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Seeing David Ortiz and Rafael Devers in the same frame is a heartwarming sight, evoking memories of the legendary mentor-mentee relationship between the two. Fans have taken to social media to express their excitement and nostalgia, while others have a variety of opinions to share.?
Passing the Torch
— Linda LeMay (@soldotnamom2000) January 21, 2023
BIG TIME!! There's Big Papi and Papi Jr. 🥰❤️😘
— Patti Torrey (@patti_torrey) January 21, 2023
So wholesome
— Noah Sayed (@Noah_Sayed529) January 21, 2023
The special bond shared by the two beloved Red Sox players is pretty known amongst the fans.
It?s clear that the combination of Big Papi?s wisdom and Dever?s youthful energy has left a lasting impact on the hearts of fans everywhere.?
Papi’s tellin him you should’ve held out for another $50M
— Dinosandiego (@cooldaddydino) January 21, 2023
Some people had hilarious quips like the one above.
https://twitter.com/zennginger/status/1616934771367477249?s=20&t=d8wEpkEHtkhRFSWIYhlVDQ
Imagine how great it would feel if Xander were also in the picture, where he belongs.
— Judy Metcalf (@judy_metcalf442) January 21, 2023
Papi whispering “it pains my heart that Bogaerts isn’t here” I can see it in his eyes
— burg (@NBurgerMeister) January 21, 2023
The above tweets are in reference to Xander Bogaerts leaving Red Sox last season. And how Ortiz thought Red Sox letting Bogaerts go was a glaring oversight on their part. According to USA Today,? Ortiz knew that the team wanted to sign Devers but he also believed that both players should’ve been retained by the team.
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David Ortiz passed the torch on to Devers
Big Papi had an incredible career with the Red Sox. He was one of the best hitters of all time and his accomplishments led him to win numerous All-Star nods and become a 3-time World Series champion. His clutch performances in the playoffs and his charismatic personality on the field have made him a beloved figure among the fans. He is also the Red-Sox all-time leader in home runs. Ortiz’s legacy was cemented in the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2022.
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Devers is walking in Ortiz’s shoes. Both have excellent power-hitting abilities and Devers might be able to break Ortiz’s records in the Red Sox in the coming future.
As the picture of the two players circulates online, it serves as a powerful reminder of the legacy they?ve created together.