The Red Sox’ first game back at Fenway Park since Alex Cora inked his contract extension was one to remember. It also reinforced why he wanted to remain in Boston.
Cora remarked on the uniqueness of the Fenway Park atmosphere following the Red Sox’ 9-7 comeback win over the Yankees, saying Friday’s game reminded him of the past.
“It was loud. It was fun,” Cora told reporters. “Their fans were here, our fans, too. When [Masataka Yoshida] came up to bat, every time [Rafael Devers] comes up to bat with the game on the line, they go nuts.