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Red Sox Clean House: Cora Out, Breslow Takes Full Control
26 Apr
Summary
- Alex Cora was fired as manager Saturday night.
- Key assistants like hitting coaches were also let go.
- Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow now has full responsibility.
In a significant shake-up, the Boston Red Sox dismissed manager Alex Cora on Saturday night. This decision extends beyond the manager, with several key assistants, including hitting coaches Pete Fatse and Dillon Lawson, and bench coach Ramon Vazquez, also being let go. Game-planning coach Jason Varitek will be reassigned within the organization.
These actions place complete control and responsibility for the team's future squarely on Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow. Breslow, who assumed his role in 2023, has faced scrutiny for failing to elevate the team beyond third place in the AL East. The team made a playoff appearance in 2025 but lost in the ALCW.
Ownership's financial decisions are often cited as a root cause of the Red Sox's ongoing struggles. Breslow himself has been criticized for his roster construction and perceived lack of team soul, with accusations of mishandling player situations like Rafael Devers and failing to adequately address offensive and pitching weaknesses. The team currently holds the worst OPS in the AL.
By clearing out the existing coaching staff, Breslow has effectively assumed full accountability for any future outcomes. This decisive action leaves no room for blame elsewhere, making it Breslow's responsibility to engineer the team's turnaround.
