Alex Cora discusses potential return to managing after Phillies offer
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Alex Cora has indicated a willingness to return to managing after the Philadelphia Phillies reportedly offered him the position. This comes after the Phillies terminated long-time manager Rob Thomson and named Don Mattingly as interim manager. Cora had previously been let go by the Boston Red Sox earlier in the season due to a poor start. Currently, Cora is focusing on family but has left the door open for a return to coaching, stating he hopes to make a decision soon. He maintains that his return will involve consideration from his family.
- •Cora was fired by the Boston Red Sox after a 10-17 start.
- •The Phillies recently replaced Rob Thomson with Don Mattingly as interim manager.
- •Cora has not committed to a specific team for his return.
- •His return decision will involve discussions with his family.
- •The Phillies could be a viable option if Mattingly does not succeed.
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Phillies Boss Sends ‘Very Good’ Alex Cora Message As He Mulls Manager Return
- 4:26 PMYahoo Sports — Alex Cora Offers Managing Return Update After Phillies’ Job Offer
"The Philadelphia Phillies were in touch with the former Boston Red Sox manager after a surprising change at manager.
"Philadelphia Phillies executive Dave Dombrowski, praised the former Boston Red Sox skipper after making an offer.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 13, 2026, 10:30 AMPhillies Boss Sends ‘Very Good’ Alex Cora Message As He Mulls Manager Return
Philadelphia Phillies executive Dave Dombrowski, praised the former Boston Red Sox skipper after making an offer.
- Yahoo SportsAug 11, 2026, 4:26 PMAlex Cora Offers Managing Return Update After Phillies’ Job Offer
The Philadelphia Phillies were in touch with the former Boston Red Sox manager after a surprising change at manager.
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