But this is not a situation in which the Red Sox have to scramble for help outside the organization. Based on feedback from front office-types, scouts and major league staffers, here are the best first-base options for the Red Sox, in order of collective preference of those we spoke to. After Devers was surprised by the late-winter signing of Alex Bregman and initially rejected the idea of moving from third base, Devers eventually went along with a shift to designated hitter. Mayer is currently playing for Triple-A Worcester, though Red Sox fans are eager to see him with the major league team. However, it seems more likely the Red Sox look for more thump at what is a power position.