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Within these dynamics lies an underlying psychological battle; players must manage their identities in flux. For someone like Devers, adjusting to a different position—or even the mindset of being a DH—can be challenging. The intrinsic motivation to compete and play the field as a primary player is strong, and being sidelined or relegated to a lesser role may weigh heavily on a player’s confidence and mental state.
Devers has shown maturity by publicly stating his commitment to the team's success, yet this situation illustrates an ongoing negotiation of individual aspirations against collective goals.