If the Mets do make a manager change, don’t expect Alex Cora to walk through those doors
Alex Cora is not expected to be a candidate for the New York Mets' managerial position if a change is made. Cora, who previously managed the Boston Red Sox, has chosen to focus on being a full-time father for the summer. He may be considered for a managerial role with the Philadelphia Phillies in 2027 due to his strong relationship with executive Dave Dombrowski.
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Jon Heyman If the Mets do make a manager change, don’t expect Alex Cora to walk through those doors By Jon Heyman Published April 30, 2026, 7:21 p.m. ET Alex Cora was fired as manager of the Red Sox. Jason Szenes for the New York Post If Alex Cora was going to manage, it almost surely would have been with the Phillies. He and Dave Dombrowski have an excellent relationship from their 2018 World Series title together in Boston. Cora could actually become a Phillies candidate for 2027. But good for Cora to accept his kids’ invitation to take the summer off. “I accepted the position of full-time dad,” Cora told The Post. Filed under alex cora boston red sox New York Mets sports columnists 4/30/26 Read Next Alex Cora can't be expected to fix the fundamental basebal...
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