“Fire Him” – Red Sox Fans Give Up on Manager Alex Cora After Yet Another Brutal Decision-Making Error Backfires

It began like a scene the Red Sox fans have watched on loop far too often. An upper hand, a bullpen move and just when confidence begins to creep in — boom. The unraveling begins. One pitch, one decision, one mistake at the wrong time and just like that, what could be the series-clinching victory becomes another bitter pill to swallow.

It was not just the blown guide that did it. It was the build-up and the approach. The trust in Alex Cora when fatigue was written all over him. That is how we got here — to the fans reaching their boiling point and calling for Alex Cora’s head. Plus, the frustration did not become louder because of one loss — it reached this point after watching the same issue cost the team again. In a tight game against the Jays, with two runners on and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. coming to the plate, the option was easy: walk him or risk it. Alex Cora chose to risk and Vladdy made the Red Sox pay. He launched a three-run bomb that cracked the confidence of the fans, and set off the online forums.

Tanner Houck played his best by providing the team his most powerful outing of 2025—seven innings, one run, six strikeouts and no walks. However, despite guiding with just five outs to go, the team imploded again. A 90 percent catch probability was ignored by Gold Glover Wilyer Abreu and it transformed the gam. In addition, when Justin Slaten provided a hanger to Vladdy in a 3-2 count, the only aspect that traveled quicker than the 111.8 mph homer was the outrage online.

Who made the call? Alex Cora and the Red Sox fans are not ready to tolerate it anymore. The backlash was not just mental — it was strategic. Why did the team pitch to a dangerous hitter in MLB when first base was open? Guerrero had already highlighted vulnerability; however, instead of issuing the intentional walk, the Red Sox got greedy — ultimately getting burned. The “fire him” began to trend online for Alex Cora. However, one mistake is not the ultimate story — the second half of this meltdown came wrapped in déjà vu.

With the game still within reach, Alex Cora decided to hand the ball to Justin Slaten and the decision was made for the second straight night. What fans identified as a reliever highlighting ultimate signs of fatigue was again asked to safeguard a lead. The outcome? A walk to Dalton Varsho. However, such a collapse was ultimately predictable and it dragged Cora’s judgment under fire.

Tyler Milliken said perfectly on X, “I just want to rip my hair out thinking about this road trip. Had a great chance to sweep both series, but you end up 3-3… Fair to question the decision to not intentionally walk Vladdy in the 9th… Sick of being consistently inconsistent. Too much talent on this team to hover around .500”.

I just want to rip my hair out thinking about this road trip. Had a great chance to sweep both series, but you end up 3-3.

The last two nights you handed the ball to Garrett Whitlock and Justin Slaten with the lead. You draw it up that way every time. Instead, pure pain.

Fair… pic.twitter.com/wa4y1k45si

— Tyler Milliken (@tylermilliken_) May 2, 2025

All of this circles back to Alex Cora. From bullpen management to in-game decisions, the team skipper has identified himself at the eye of a storm he helped to establish. Currently, the same fans who once appreciated him for his steady hand are asking the loudest question of all — Is it finally time to move on?

Fans unleash frustration as patience with Alex Cora hits a boiling point

After two gut-wrenching losses and another victory slipping through their fingers, Red Sox fans have gone through enough. A 3-3 road trip that could have easily been a favorable win added fuel to an already blazing fire. In addition, when the authority’s decision backfires in back-to-back moments, the fans rarely stay silent. Social media lit up with a wave of unfiltered opinions.

“Fire him”. That was the blunt reaction from a fan, blaming Alex Cora. While those words could look drastic, they echo what multiple others have been whispering for weeks. The Red Sox bullpen has now blown six leads in the eighth inning. Pair that with the decision not to intentionally walk Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in a vital moment and the frustration becomes far less irrational. It is not just the outcomes—it is the repeated failure to learn from past mistakes.

“Red Sox are in the playoffs. Reinforcements are coming. Relax, man”, another fan reacted with this optimistic voice. This fan reminded the community that despite the hiccups, the team is still in the postseason picture. At 17-16, their favorite team is hovering above .500. In addition, just some plays out of a Wild Card spot. With Masataka Yoshida and Connor Wong progressing in their rehab, the reinforcements argument carries weight—however, only if the team can stay afloat in the meantime.

“You guys have the most errors in the American League, lost a series to the White Sox and are going to miss the playoffs for the 4th straight year… You are consistently shit”. This reaction can hurt deep and does not sugar coat. The defensive mistakes have become a concern. As of April 28, 2025, the team was guiding the AL with 12 errors. In addition, with sloppy play, the team earned a loss in Toronto.

“Consistently inconsistent should just be the Red Sox slogan. We could teach a masterclass in finding new ways to hover at .500”, another fan reacted. This reaction drips with sarcasm. However, it hits a nerve. It says a team that can effectively swallow the Cubs, became swallowed by the struggling Toronto. The Red Sox have not had a three-game winning streak since early April. In addition, their win-loss record has bounced around the .500 mark like clockwork.

“Sadly, it seems like a trend every year, no matter the players”, another fan said. That reaction highlights a deeper issue—one that stretches beyond the 2025 season. Last year, the team finished 81-81 and came 3rd in the AL East. Yes, stars like Rafael Devers and Jarren Duran shined, however, vital inconsistencies from stars like Trevor Story and Brayan Bello dragged the team. down. The roster transforms and the uniforms stay fresh; however, the same story plays on repeat. That is what truly exhausts the fans.

Whether you are chanting for Alex Cora’s job and still carrying hope for a turnaround, one aspect is clear—the Red Sox team continues to test the limits of fan loyalty. With a .500 curse hanging over their heads, the team’s 2025 season is teetering on a knife’s edge. Can reinforcements flip the script?

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