MLB.com caught up with Alex Cora to ask him about a variety of topics, including the state of the Red Sox rivalry and managing Enrique Hernández. (Bill Ladson; MLB.com)
John Tomase is, uh, not optimistic about the Red Sox retaining Xander Bogaerts beyond this year, with the shortstop being able to opt-out after the 2022 season. (John Tomase; NBC Sports Boston)
In addition to Bogaerts, Nathan Eovaldi is also set to hit free agency this winter, with the end of his contract coming. Reportedly the team has not approached him about an extension to this point.