As the Boston Red Sox continue to slide in the standings, manager Alex Cora is beginning to confront a harsh reality—his job may no longer be secure. With the team struggling through a prolonged slump and fan frustration mounting, Cora recently admitted that he’s aware of the pressure building around him.
“This is a results-based business,” Cora said during a postgame press conference. “And when you’re not winning, everything gets looked at—including me.”
The Red Sox, once viewed as a potential playoff sleeper, have stumbled through a stretch of uninspired play marked by inconsistent pitching, a quiet offense, and mounting injuries. The team’s current losing streak has only amplified calls for accountability from the fan base and media alike.
While ownership has yet to comment publicly on Cora’s future, the silence is growing louder. Boston’s front office has been known to act decisively in times of crisis, and a continued lack of progress could push them to make a major change.
Cora, a World Series-winning manager in 2018, still holds the respect of many players. But in a market as unforgiving as Boston, even past success may not be enough to save him if the team doesn’t turn things around soon.
