Red Sox’s Alex Cora Firing Sparks Controversy

When the Red Sox decided to part ways with Alex Cora, a former player shared his thoughts using a rather unusual analogy.

“It’s like getting your pants dirty and just changing your shirt,” this former Red Sox player told sportswriter Rob Bradford, speaking anonymously.

Bradford’s remark quickly gained traction online. The identity of the speaker was unveiled on Sunday.

It turns out that former pitcher Josh Beckett was behind the quirky comment, which he revealed while hosting his podcast, “Baseball Isn’t Boring,” on Friday.

“It was me, it was me,” Beckett admitted with a laugh during the podcast episode. “I thought it was a good fit for how things are.”

Beckett spent seven seasons with the Red Sox, contributing to the 2007 World Series victory, and played alongside Cora for two years.

He emphasized that he believes Cora is the ideal coach for the team’s future. “I know AC,” he remarked, asserting that Cora was perfect for stabilizing the team’s direction. He noted how, in Boston, every game feels like its own season, and understanding that is crucial for leadership.

“I really felt like he was the right choice. Sure, whoever they bring in next could be a great fit too, but Cora was absolutely perfect for this year,” Beckett added.

Currently, the Red Sox sit at the bottom of the American League East with a disheartening 12 wins and 19 losses, leading many fans to voice their frustrations over team management.

Before a recent game against the Astros, a plane was spotted flying over Fenway Park, trailing a banner that demanded, “Burn Craig! Sell the Team!” aimed at Craig Breslow, the team’s chief baseball officer, and principal owner, John Henry.

Cora was dismissed following a significant 17-1 road win against the Orioles on April 25, and Chad Tracy stepped in as interim manager.

Despite the upheaval, Cora has made it clear that he has no plans to manage another team this season. In a message to the Post’s Jon Heyman, he expressed his desire to focus on family, stating, “I have accepted full-time fatherhood.”