Pitchers Disrespecting Giants’ Rafael Devers: Insights from Mike Krukow

Rafael Devers is currently struggling at the plate, with a disappointing .211/.250/.298 batting average and 37 strikeouts in 29 games. Mike Krukow, a Giants commentator, pointed out that MLB pitchers don’t seem to respect Devers right now, throwing fastballs that he’s been swinging through. This lack of respect from pitchers has been a significant challenge for Devers this season.

Despite his struggles, there is hope for Devers to turn things around. In the 2025 MLB season, he started similarly slow but ended up with much-improved averages of .263/.380/.509 and impressive stats by the end. This turnaround shows that Devers has the ability to adjust his swing and improve his hitting performance.

So, while Devers is currently facing difficulties at the plate, there is still plenty of opportunity for him to make the necessary adjustments and get back to his usual form. If Devers can improve his hitting, the Giants have a better chance of achieving their goal of returning to the playoffs. So let’s stay optimistic and hope for a positive change in Devers’ performance in the games to come.