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Alex Cora Sends Farewell Message Days After Being Fired by Red Sox

Alex Cora Sends Farewell Message Days After Being Fired by Red Sox

Summary

The Boston Red Sox fired their manager Alex Cora after a poor start to the season. After being replaced by interim manager Chad Tracy, Cora shared a farewell message thanking Boston fans.

Key Facts

  • Alex Cora was the Red Sox manager for eight seasons.
  • The team fired Cora after starting the season with 10 wins and 17 losses.
  • Owner John Henry and general manager Craig Breslow made the decision to fire Cora.
  • Chad Tracy, previously managing the Red Sox’s Triple-A team, is now the interim manager.
  • Cora thanked Boston fans in a public farewell message.
  • The Red Sox also dismissed five other coaches from Cora’s staff.
  • The reasons for firing included differences between how the roster was built and Cora’s managing style.
  • The next permanent manager might be chosen from current staff or hired externally.
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