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Red Sox Fall to 29-34 as Cora Decries Persistent Mistakes

Manager Cora’s outburst follows a stretch of defensive lapses that have undermined the team’s playoff prospects.

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - JUNE 01: Manager Alex Cora #13 of the Boston Red Sox looks on prior to the first pitch against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park on June 01, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Overview

  • Boston has dropped eight of its last ten games, falling to a 29-34 record and to fourth place in the AL East.
  • Cora blamed routine defensive lapses such as errant throws, missed cutoffs and failed double plays for the team’s decline.
  • The Red Sox own a 6-17 mark in one-run games, undercutting hopes of winning close contests.
  • The offense has averaged just 3.2 runs per game and hit eight homers over the past ten games without injured third baseman Alex Bregman.
  • Trade rumors have surfaced around outfielder Jarren Duran as Boston prepares to visit the division-leading Yankees this weekend.