Kaufman: Alex Cora's Never Managed In Majors, And That Might Be A Good Thing
Time will tell if Alex Cora is the right man for the Boston Red Sox, but his reputation should outweigh his lack of experience on a Major League bench.
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Time will tell if Alex Cora is the right man for the Boston Red Sox, but his reputation should outweigh his lack of experience on a Major League bench.
Could Alex Cora be exactly the kind of leader the Red Sox clubhouse needs right now?
The Boston Red Sox announced Sunday that they have officially hired Alex Cora as their new manager.
The New York Yankees are at least the Red Sox' equal – and are probably better.
On Thursday, there's been some more progress that points to Cora perhaps being the Red Sox' next manager.
The Yankees took all three games at home to seize control of the ALCS, while the Dodgers lost their first playoff game last night.
The Boston Red Sox reportedly interviewed Arizona Diamondbacks bench coach Ron Gardenhire for their vacant managerial position on Wednesday.
Red Sox DH Hanley Ramirez and lefty Eduardo Rodriguez are on the mend this offseason.
Dave Dombrowski confirmed he has interviewed Ausmus for the Red Sox' managerial job.
Dave Dombrowski interviewed Alex Cora on Sunday. He may have found his guy.
Dombrowski may have already decided on Brad Ausmus as his manager. Here's why that would be a huge mistake.
In recent years, thanks to replay review, playoff baseball has been changing. And not for the better.
Dave Dombrowski has some work to do this offseason, but Adam Jones has it all mapped out for him.
USA Today's Bob Nightengale looked at the pros and cons of the Red Sox' managerial candidates.
Tom Werner issued a statement thanking John Farrell, but admitting he felt it was time to move on.
Dave Dombrowski hinted that a big offensive upgrade is coming at first base - and only first base.
John Farrell was fired as Red Sox manager on Wednesday morning, and later in the day he released a statement expressing thanks for his five years with the team as manager and four years as pitching coach.
Dave Dombrowski didn't say much about firing John Farrell on Wednesday, but he did provide a quick update on their plan for David Price in the 2018 season.
In response to the first question sent his way, Dave Dombrowski sent this opening salvo: "I'm not going to share facts." Well then.
There's more Strasburg drama as the Nationals and Cubs prepare for Game 4.
Dan Roche highlights what the Red Sox need to do this offseason.
Everyone reacts differently. But Craig Kimbrel didn't seem particularly broken up about being on the mound when the Red Sox season came crashing down.
Shaughnessy explains why the Red Sox can't bring Farrell back solely because of bad PR.
"He's incapable of being a leader. And the evidence of that is right off the field, second year in a row you've lost in the divisional round, and you're saying how you've won the division two years in a row."
When Rochie is no longer on your side, you know your days are numbered in Boston. So who could come in and replace John Farrell as manager of the Boston Red Sox.
With President Trump declaring Dec. 26 a federal holiday, here's what's open and closed on Dec. 26.
Some parts of Massachusetts could get six inches of snow Friday night into Saturday morning.
First responders working the holiday shift helped deliver baby boys in Medford and Stoughton on Christmas morning.
Strikes against ISIS targets in Nigeria come after President Trump spent weeks accusing the West African country's government of failing to rein in the persecution of Christians.
Eight Powerball players in Massachusetts matched enough winning numbers to win $50,000.
Some parts of Massachusetts could get six inches of snow Friday night into Saturday morning.
With President Trump declaring Dec. 26 a federal holiday, here's what's open and closed on Dec. 26.
First responders working the holiday shift helped deliver baby boys in Medford and Stoughton on Christmas morning.
The Archbishop of Boston will meet with a Dedham priest after the holidays to discuss a controversial "ICE was here" nativity scene.
Eight Powerball players in Massachusetts matched enough winning numbers to win $50,000.
Flu is on the rise in Massachusetts, just as people are starting to gather for the holidays.
In an interview with CBS News, FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary explains what went into the decision to drop the most serious warnings on hormone therapy for menopause.
Amy Cohen is running the New York City Marathon despite living with the painful effects of sickle cell disease.
Surgeons at Massachusetts General Hospital have removed a pig kidney from a New Hampshire man 271 days after the innovative transplant.
With two-year waiting lists for a primary care physician, Mass General Brigham is using AI to bridge the gap.
Eight states have laws making police body cameras mandatory. Massachusetts isn't one of them.
A Massachusetts family got stuck with a bill for a damaged tire on their rental car, even though they bought the extra coverage.
I-Team sources say the allegations of misconduct involving Canton Police Sgt. Sean Goode stem from an investigation into former State Police Trooper Michael Proctor.
Customers have been telling the I-Team that the service has not been as advertised with delays and equipment problems.
Advocates for Pappas Rehabilitation Hospital in Canton say the state is failing to keep its promise to keep the facility open.
Both the Trump and Healey administrations are using government websites to blame each other for the shutdown.
Which party stands to take more of the blame from voters for the government shutdown? Here's what a new poll says.
A UNH Survey Center/Granite State poll shows John Sununu crushing Scott Brown by 23 points among likely primary voters in New Hampshire.
Seth Moulton said he's running against Sen. Ed Markey because "our party leaders are clinging to that old playbook."
Maine Governor Janet Mills' run for Senate comes with an unusual promise - she will only serve one six-year term.
Circle Furniture appears to have suddenly closed all of its stores right before Christmas.
The overpowering scent of Dunkin' donuts in the air has some Haverhill residents complaining.
Ice Castles in North Woodstock, New Hampshire is opening unusually early this year.
The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission unanimously approved regulations to allow for legal marijuana use in public settings.
The model airplane and balsa wood glider company Guillow's has been headquartered in Wakefield for nearly a century.
Just steps from the water's edge along Lake Winnipesaukee, a spectacular estate mixes modern architecture with breathtaking views.
An innovative craft winery located in downtown Meredith, New Hampshire, Hermit Woods is taking a different approach to winemaking.
Located on the water's edge along New Hampshire's Lake Winnipesaukee, Mill Falls blends elegant luxury with spectacular vistas.
Kohler Store by Supply New England and an interior designer showcases how beauty and functionality can breathe new life into a project.
James Beard-nominated pastry chef and co-founder of Bakey in Boston gives insight on how to make his world-famous babka.
The Montreal Canadiens ran away from the Boston Bruins 6-2 on Tuesday night.
The Patriots had two players make the Pro Bowl roster, but they had another noteworthy snub.
The Boston Celtics rallied from a 20-point, second-half deficit for a 103-95 victory over the Indiana Pacers.
Stores in Massachusetts say they are having a hard time keeping up with demands as Patriots fans snatch up Drake Maye jerseys.
Rookie New England Patriots left tackle Will Campbell may be on injured reserve with a knee injury, but he was the star of the show at Friday night's Celtics game.
The overpowering scent of Dunkin' donuts in the air has some Haverhill residents complaining.
Alex Cornwell's display of nearly 300 Christmas inflatables is attracting visitors from around Massachusetts.
Police are looking for whoever opened fire on inflatable Christmas decorations in Bow, New Hampshire.
Birders are flocking to Scituate, Massachusetts to catch a glimpse of a tropical bird called a limpkin, which has never been spotted in New England before.
A rescue group is blaming a "dangerous" TikTok trend for a surge in skiers getting lost in the backcountry at Vermont's Stowe Mountain Resort.