Alex Cora, after being fired by the Red Sox, expressed gratitude in a heartfelt email to the organization and fans. He emphasized the importance of cherishing Fenway Park despite his dismissal.
Key points
Alex Cora was fired by the Red Sox.
He wrote a love letter to the organization and fans.
Cora urged people to cherish Fenway Park.
His departure contrasted with the actions of the management.
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Alex Cora was fired and shipped out unceremoniously in the dark of a Baltimore night. He told reporters he was happy. He was heading back to his home in Puerto Rico, ready to spend a summer with his family.
But he also sat down and wrote a love letter to the people and the ballpark of the same organization that had just given him the boot.
Days after being dismissed, Cora sent a mass email to the Red Sox organization thanking the staff, honoring the city and fans and closing with a reminder to everyone to cherish Fenway Park.
“One last thing, keep showing up every day and don’t take the Fenway experience for granted, you working place is the best place in the world," Cora wrote in the letter, obtained by MassLive.com.
Cora, who played in Boston before managing there, drew a stark contrast to the men who sent him packing.
When chief baseball officer Craig Breslow gathered the players the morning after, the meeting lasted seven minutes. He spoke for about two of them, according to reports. No questions were allowed. Owner John Henry stood against a wall and said nothing to the group.
Across Major League Baseball, Jackie Robinson Day is observed as players take the field wearing the same number in recognition of his legacy.
These images show moments from around the league as teams mark the occasion during regular‑season play.
Above, Simeon Woods Richardson #24 of the Minnesota Twins delivers a pitch against the Boston Red Sox in the second inning at Target Field on April 15, 2026, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. All players are wearing the number 42 in honor of Jackie Robinson Day.
Q&A
What did Alex Cora say in his email to the Red Sox after being fired?
Cora thanked the staff and fans, urging them to cherish Fenway Park and not take the experience for granted.
Why was Alex Cora fired by the Red Sox?
Cora was dismissed unceremoniously, but the specific reasons for his firing were not detailed in the excerpt.
How did Alex Cora's departure impact the perception of the Red Sox organization?
Cora's heartfelt letter highlighted a stark contrast to the actions of those who fired him, making the Red Sox look worse in the eyes of fans.
What is the significance of Fenway Park in Alex Cora's message?
Cora emphasized Fenway Park as a special place, urging everyone to appreciate the unique experience it offers.
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Trevor Story #10 of the Boston Red Sox celebrates his three-run home run as he rounds the bases against the Minnesota Twins in the third inning at Target Field on April 15, 2026, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. All players are wearing the number 42 in honor of Jackie Robinson Day.
A view of third base in honor of Jackie Robinson Day prior to the start of the game between the Boston Red Sox and Minnesota Twins at Target Field on April 15, 2026, in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Texas Rangers first baseman Ezequiel Duran and relief pitcher Luke Jackson celebrate making the last out against the Los Angeles Angels during the ninth inning at Globe Life Field. All MLB players will be wearing the number 42 on Jackie Robinson Day to commemorate Robinson making his major league debut in 1947.
St. Louis Cardinals left fielder Nathan Church (27) slides safely past Cleveland Guardians shortstop Brayan Rocchio (4) for a stolen base during the second inning at Busch Stadium. Players and coaches are wearing number 42 in recognition of Jackie Robinson Day.
Starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez #57 of the Arizona Diamondbacks gathers on the mound with teammates during the second inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on April 15, 2026, in Baltimore, Maryland. All players are wearing the number 42 in honor of Jackie Robinson Day.
Nolan Arenado #28 of the Arizona Diamondbacks warms up before playing against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on April 15, 2026, in Baltimore, Maryland. All players are wearing the number 42 in honor of Jackie Robinson Day.
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Scenes from Jackie Robinson Day across the MLB
Across Major League Baseball, Jackie Robinson Day is observed as players take the field wearing the same number in recognition of his legacy.
These images show moments from around the league as teams mark the occasion during regular‑season play.
Above, Simeon Woods Richardson #24 of the Minnesota Twins delivers a pitch against the Boston Red Sox in the second inning at Target Field on April 15, 2026, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. All players are wearing the number 42 in honor of Jackie Robinson Day.
1 / 7
Scenes from Jackie Robinson Day across the MLB
Across Major League Baseball, Jackie Robinson Day is observed as players take the field wearing the same number in recognition of his legacy.
These images show moments from around the league as teams mark the occasion during regular‑season play.
Above, Simeon Woods Richardson #24 of the Minnesota Twins delivers a pitch against the Boston Red Sox in the second inning at Target Field on April 15, 2026, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. All players are wearing the number 42 in honor of Jackie Robinson Day.
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Scenes from Jackie Robinson Day across the MLB
Trevor Story #10 of the Boston Red Sox celebrates his three-run home run as he rounds the bases against the Minnesota Twins in the third inning at Target Field on April 15, 2026, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. All players are wearing the number 42 in honor of Jackie Robinson Day.
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Scenes from Jackie Robinson Day across the MLB
A view of third base in honor of Jackie Robinson Day prior to the start of the game between the Boston Red Sox and Minnesota Twins at Target Field on April 15, 2026, in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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Scenes from Jackie Robinson Day across the MLB
Texas Rangers first baseman Ezequiel Duran and relief pitcher Luke Jackson celebrate making the last out against the Los Angeles Angels during the ninth inning at Globe Life Field. All MLB players will be wearing the number 42 on Jackie Robinson Day to commemorate Robinson making his major league debut in 1947.
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Scenes from Jackie Robinson Day across the MLB
St. Louis Cardinals left fielder Nathan Church (27) slides safely past Cleveland Guardians shortstop Brayan Rocchio (4) for a stolen base during the second inning at Busch Stadium. Players and coaches are wearing number 42 in recognition of Jackie Robinson Day.
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Scenes from Jackie Robinson Day across the MLB
Starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez #57 of the Arizona Diamondbacks gathers on the mound with teammates during the second inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on April 15, 2026, in Baltimore, Maryland. All players are wearing the number 42 in honor of Jackie Robinson Day.
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Scenes from Jackie Robinson Day across the MLB
Nolan Arenado #28 of the Arizona Diamondbacks warms up before playing against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on April 15, 2026, in Baltimore, Maryland. All players are wearing the number 42 in honor of Jackie Robinson Day.
There was no explanation or understanding that the players felt. Reliever Garrett Whitlock told reporters they made it clear their players were paid to just play baseball.
Even at his press conference the day after the firing, Breslow offered nothing of substance.
“It comes down to the belief that we have in the players and the belief that we have in the group to accomplish what we set out to accomplish,” Breslow said.
There was little feel to the way Breslow, who spent over a decade playing in the big leagues, handed the situation.
Trevor Story called Breslow’s explanation unsatisfactory. He said the direction of the franchise was “up in the air.”
That may be the underlying reason for Cora’s “I’m happy” reaction. The Breslow-constructed roster is a mess with too many outfielders and lack of veteran players; the pitching staff is unsettled with Garret Crochet and his 6.30 ERA now on the injured list with left shoulder inflammation.
Cora turned down a chance to jump right back in as the manager of the Philadelphia Phillies. He said he needed time to spend with his family and adjust to life after the Red Sox.
“Being part of this organization has meant a great deal to me,” Cora wrote. “As a player and as a manager. Like I always tell free agents, I’m glad my kids grew up here. It’s unique, special and magical place.”
