BOSTON — When Alex Cora calmed the masses in Red Sox Nation by signing a three-year contract extension last month, he wasn’t just putting down roots for his family and the players who enjoy playing for him so much.
With his increased commitment to Boston, Cora has positioned himself to become one of the most accomplished managers in Red Sox history.
On Monday night in Kansas City, Cora notched career victory No. 500 as a manager, all with Boston.
Sometimes, a round number is just a round number. But this one was more when you put it into historical context.
The only manager in Red Sox history to reach 500 victories quicker than the 921 games Cora did it in was Terry Francona, who got his 500th win with the Sox in a mere 862 games.
