The Major League Baseball trade deadline is July 31st, but the Boston Red Sox didn't waste any time. They shocked the baseball world when they traded Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants. The move throws Alex Cora's roster into disarray, but outfielder Wilyer Abreu is one player who could benefit. He sent a clear message to his manager, though; he is ready to do whatever the team needs in order to win.

Abreu found himself as one of the casualties of Boston's decision to finally call up Roman Anthony. He went from the starting center fielder to a second-string player. With Devers gone, though, Abreu could slot in as the new designated hitter. The 25-year old is on a rehab assignment in Triple-A Worcester as he recovers from an oblique injury.

According to MassLive's Katie Morrison-O'Day, Abreu is “up for anything” after Devers' exit. Throughout his three-year career with the Red Sox, Abreu has played in all three spots in the outfield. Fans are curious about how Cora will use him when he comes back from the injured list. Ironically, Abreu's perspective on helping the team is the exact opposite of Devers.

Upon joining the Giants, Devers has said that he is willing to learn a new defensive position. The news revealed the discourse between him and Cora that sent him away from Boston after almost a decade with the Red Sox.

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The outfielder could return to Cora's lineup by Friday, which would be huge for Boston. The Red Sox have a chance to show Devers up during their weekend series in San Francisco later this week. If they do, Abreu could play a big role.

The Devers trade has fans curious as to how Boston will approach the trade deadline. Alex Bregman is still on the Red Sox's IL, and the team's decision to play their young players reveals a lot.

Cora faces a big challenge for the next month, but Abreu will be there to help as much as they can.