Red Sox Dismiss Manager Alex Cora, Coaching Staff

Why it matters locally: The dismissal of the Red Sox manager and coaching staff impacts a key cultural institution in Massachusetts, affecting fan engagement and potentially the state's tourism revenue.

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The Boston Red Sox relieved manager Alex Cora and five members of his coaching staff of their duties on Saturday. No specific reasons were formally cited by the organization. The dismissed coaches include [replace with actual names if provided, otherwise omit specific coach names]. The Red Sox finished the season with a [insert win/loss record here if known from other sources, otherwise omit]. The team did not qualify for the postseason. A search for a new manager and coaching staff is underway.