What happened: Yahoo MLB revisited the Rafael Devers trade a year after Boston sent the slugger to San Francisco. The reassessment grades the Red Sox as the clearer beneficiary of the swap itself, while arguing the deal's ripple effects ultimately helped Milwaukee and Los Angeles more than either of the original principals.

Why it matters: For San Francisco, the look-back lands during a difficult season and amid reports the front office is weighing offers on its highest-paid players. The Giants have signaled openness to moving Devers and other large contracts ahead of the August deadline, sharpening scrutiny of what they gave up and got back.

What to watch: Watch how the Giants handle the August trade deadline, with veterans reportedly available and the Devers acquisition under renewed scrutiny.