Alex Cora has once again turned down the Philadelphia Phillies’ offer to become the club’s manager, announcing that he will take the 2027 season off, USA Today Sports reports.
The decision follows a brief period during which the former Boston Red Sox skipper considered a return to the major‑league dugout. Cora’s latest refusal comes after the Phillies formally extended a managerial contract to the veteran.
In a statement to the club, Cora explained that he will step away from baseball for the 2027 season, a move that will leave the Phillies without a manager for that year.
With Cora’s departure, the Phillies will need to search for a new leader to guide the team in the coming seasons.
Details on who the Phillies might consider next remain unconfirmed, and the organization has yet to release a formal announcement regarding a replacement.
<small>Source: ESPN — read the original story there.</small>