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Red Sox Surge In Latest MLB Power Rankings
TL;DR
The Boston Red Sox have improved their performance in May with a 5-4 record after a rough start of 12-19 in March and April. Experts believe the team still has a chance to make the postseason following the firing of manager Alex Cora.
Key points
- Boston Red Sox improved to 5-4 in May
- Started season with a 12-19 record in March and April
- Fired longtime manager Alex Cora
- Experts predict potential postseason appearance
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After going 12-19 in March and April, the Boston Red Sox have started playing more like a potential playoff team in May with a 5-4 record thus far.
It's been more than two weeks since the Red Sox fired longtime manager Alex Cora and some MLB experts think the team will still make the postseason despite the slow start.
Boston was ranked 17th in The Athletic's latest MLB power rankings on Tuesday, up from 26th last week.
"Garrett Crochet is playing catch again, and when he returns from the IL, he could replace Brayan Bello (7.44 ERA) in a rotation that has four other starters with ERAs below 3.60," Red Sox reporter Chad Jennings wrote. "A rotation like that is a fine place to start turning things around, especially with Justin Slaten back from injury to improve the late innings. There’s also ample room to improve the offense if you assume that and are not going to hit below .200 all season, and that ’s bat is inevitable."
Q&A
What is the Boston Red Sox's record in May 2023?
The Boston Red Sox have a 5-4 record in May 2023.
Why did the Boston Red Sox fire manager Alex Cora?
The Boston Red Sox fired manager Alex Cora after a disappointing start to the season with a 12-19 record.
Do experts believe the Red Sox can still make the playoffs?
Yes, some MLB experts think the Red Sox can still make the postseason despite their slow start.
