""I want to thank Alex Cora, all of the coaches and their families for what they've meant to the Boston Red Sox. AC's impact on Boston and our city will be felt forever.""
""Yesterday was definitely painful, but we felt it was a necessary move, and we felt it necessary to take decisive action to achieve the goal of a fresh start for the 2026 season.""
""Ultimately, what matters is the performance on the field at the major league level, and a new beginning starts today.""
""Kennedy stressed that the decision was made by Breslow - rather than an order from higher up in the Red Sox' chain of command.""
The Boston Red Sox made the decision to fire manager Alex Cora and several coaches due to a poor performance record of 10-17. President Sam Kennedy emphasized the necessity of this move for a fresh start in 2026. He expressed gratitude for Cora's contributions over eight seasons, acknowledging the emotional difficulty of the decision. Kennedy stated that the decision was made by chief baseball officer Craig Breslow, indicating a desire for improved performance and a return to competitive baseball in October.
Read at Boston.com
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