Alex Cora praises Red Sox, expresses disappointment he 'didn't finish the job' in email to organization
Alex Cora thanked Red Sox employees for their contributions during his tenure with the team.
Amid the fallout of the Boston Red Sox’s surprising firing of Alex Cora, there were mixed messages over how the former manager felt about the club. Cora texted reporters saying he was “happy” after the firing and shared a few images on social media that raised eyebrows. Turns out, all of that may have been completely earnest.
A few days after his firing, Cora reportedly emailed the entire Red Sox organization and thanked employees for everything , per MassLive. com In the email, which was acquired by MassLive. com, Cora said he respected the Red Sox’s decision but was disappointed he “ didn’t finish the job .
” His full email read: “Good morning. I wanted to take a moment before heading home to thank you. Being part of this organization has meant a great deal to me.
As a player and as a manager. Like I always tell free agents, I’m glad my kids grew up here. It’s unique, special and magical.