Boston Red Sox Manager Alex Cora Under Investigation; Team Officials Pledge Action if Found Guilty
Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora is under investigation by Major League Baseball (MLB) following comments suggesting that his team may have intentionally thrown at New York Yankees star Aaron Judge during a recent game. Team officials have stated they will take appropriate action, including possible dismissal, if Cora is found guilty of violating league policies.ī
The incident in question occurred on September 14, 2024, during a matchup between the Red Sox and the Yankees. In the first inning, Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole hit Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers with a pitch, which Cora believed was intentional. Later, in the sixth inning, Red Sox pitcher Brayan Bello threw a pitch behind Aaron Judge, leading to speculation about potential retaliation.ī
In post-game comments, Cora expressed his belief that Cole’s actions were deliberate, stating, “He doesn’t want to face him. That’s the bottom line.” When asked if the situation was resolved, Cora responded, “It was closed yesterday, like, around the sixth inning, so you know, we had our chance. It didn’t happen. We have to move on.” īciteīturn0search7īī
MLB initiated an investigation into Cora’s remarks to determine if there was any intent to target Judge. As of September 17, reports indicate that MLB has concluded its investigation, and no suspension or disciplinary action will be taken against Cora. īciteīturn0search2īī
Despite the league’s decision, Red Sox officials have emphasized their commitment to upholding the integrity of the game. They have stated that any actions compromising this integrity will not be tolerated and that appropriate measures, including potential dismissal, will be considered if any violations are confirmed.ī
The Red Sox are currently focused on their upcoming series against the Tampa Bay Rays, aiming to maintain their position in the American League Wild Card race.ī
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