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Red Sox surge into trade deadline after Alex Cora's departure

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 5:29 PM

Last updated Aug 1, 2026

Red Sox surge into trade deadline after Alex Cora's departure
Summary

The Boston Red Sox have rebounded from a 10-17 season start under interim manager Chad Tracy, positioning themselves for a possible playoff run. After firing Alex Cora, the team has won 15 consecutive games, enhancing their chances at the trade deadline. The Red Sox currently sit in third place in the AL East, seven games behind the Tampa Bay Rays, and hold the second wild-card spot in the American League. Cora previously expressed confidence in his former team's potential for success. Despite his dismissal, the Red Sox are now seen as buyers ahead of the trade deadline, indicating a significant turnaround in their season's outlook.

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  • •Red Sox started 2026 with a 10-17 record.
  • •They have won 15 games in a row after Cora's dismissal.
  • •Currently in third place in AL East, seven games behind Rays.
  • •Hold the second wild-card berth in the American League.
  • •Chad Tracy is serving as interim manager.
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  • 5:29 PMYahoo Sports — Alex Cora Sends Message As Red Sox Surge Into The Trade DeadlineWithout Him
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The Boston Red Sox’s fired skipper had a lengthy response about the team’s turnaround under its new manager.

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