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Alex Cora says he expects Chris Sale to start Opening Day 2024
Red Sox “If everything goes well … the goal is for [Sale] to pitch the first game in Seattle.’” As of now, Chris Sale is planned to start on opening day 2024. Julio Cortez/AP Photo Alex Cora, Justin Turner, and other thoughts as the Red Sox play out the string With 2-0 win over Red […]
Alex Cora, Justin Turner, and other thoughts as the Red Sox play out the string
Red Sox The Red Sox’ 2023 season will mercifully come to an end this weekend. Alex Cora is a long-timer in the Red Sox dugout. It does not seem like Justin Turner will be. Winslow Townson/Getty Images COMMENTARY The Orioles had themselves quite a Thursday at the former Fenway South, not only winning their 100th […]
Alex Cora says he will be back with Red Sox in 2024. But in what role?
Red Sox Asked before the home finale against Tampa Bay if he was confident his job was secure, Cora said, “I’m good. I’ll be here.” Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora talks to the media before a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo. AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann […]
Ceddanne Rafaela is bouncing around positions, but Red Sox manager Alex Cora has a vision for him
Red Sox Rafaela started at second base against the White Sox. He’s also seen time at shortstop and center field. Alex Cora knows where he wants Ceddanne Rafaela to play in the future. (Photo by Paul Rutherford/Getty Images) Former Red Sox GM Brian O’Halloran reportedly accepts new role with team’s front office The three moments […]
‘I think it’s too soon’: What Alex Cora said about a possible front office role with the Red Sox
Red Sox “Honestly, I’m here to manage the team, right? I’m 48 next month, and I feel very comfortable with what I’m doing.” Alex Cora seems just fine with his current role as Red Sox manager. Reed Hoffmann/AP Photo When the Red Sox let go Chaim Bloom on Thursday, manager Alex Cora was viewed as […]
What Alex Cora said about Chaim Bloom’s firing, his future with the Red Sox
Red Sox “My goal here is to keep playing good baseball and help these guys to get better.” Alex Cora is currently signed through the 2024 season with Boston. Jessica Rinaldi / The Boston Globe Red Sox team president Sam Kennedy acknowledged on Thursday afternoon that the organization could be gearing up for a “broader […]
Alex Cora commented on his Red Sox future beyond the 2023 season
Morning Sports Update “We play for championships,” said Cora. “And right now, we’re in last place in the American League East.” Alex Cora speaking with media members during a recent Red Sox road trip in Kansas City. AP Photo/Colin E. Braley Alex Cora on his future with the Red Sox: With 16 games remaining in […]
Here’s what Alex Cora said about Kenley Jansen’s unexpectedly quick 9th inning exit
Morning Sports Update “They’re checking on him. So we’ll see where we’re at with him.” Kenley Jansen pitching for the Red Sox in August. AP Photo/Frank Franklin II The reason for Kenley Jansen’s quick exit: During the second game of Tuesday’s doubleheader against the Yankees, Red Sox closer Kenley Jansen was brought on to pitch […]
Alex Cora ties John Farrell for sixth-most wins by a Red Sox manager all-time
Red Sox Cora has the third-highest win percentage among Boston managers with at least 500 games. Alex Cora’s 432 managerial wins tied John Farrell for sixth most in Red Sox history. (AP Photo/Colin E. Braley) David Ortiz says only one current Red Sox player consistently reaches out to him this season Red Sox pitcher Zack […]
‘He made me better’: Alex Cora credited Terry Francona, endorsed him for Hall of Fame
Morning Sports Update Cora said Francona is “a Hall of Famer not only as a manager but as a person.” Terry Francona managed Alex Cora while with the Red Sox. Now, Cora is endorsing Francona for the Hall of Fame. AP Photo/Chris O’Meara The Red Sox offense and Brayan Bello’s latest quality start were more […]