Red Sox vs. Yankees: Boone Slams Cora's Underdog Claim! You Won't Believe It!

Boone vs. Cora: The Mind Games Begin Before Wild Card Series!

The rivalry between the Boston Red Sox and the New York Yankees is heating up even before the first pitch of the AL Wild Card Series is thrown! Red Sox manager Alex Cora recently stated that nobody expected his team to make the playoffs, playing the underdog card. However, Yankees manager Aaron Boone isn't buying it.

"I think a lot of people saw it coming, too," Boone said, disputing Cora's claim that the Red Sox were a surprise contender. "Contrary to what (Cora said). I think he’s played the little engine that could over there a little bit. I think a lot of people knew the Red Sox were coming this year.”

Cora initially made the comments after the Red Sox clinched their postseason berth, suggesting they were underestimated. He later clarified that his statement referred to the period after the Rafael Devers trade in June when the team's performance was uncertain.

Cora's Postseason Secret: Good Players

Despite the back-and-forth, Boone acknowledged Cora's leadership and the Red Sox's improvement over the past year. Cora, known for his successful postseason record, revealed his "secret" to success: "Good players. They play well in October…At the end, they decide the games.” He emphasized the importance of aggressive pitching strategies and bullpen management.

Cora has indeed had talented rosters, especially during the 2018 World Series run. However, his tactical decisions and ability to motivate his team have also played a crucial role. The upcoming series promises to be a thrilling battle between two of baseball's most iconic franchises.

• The Red Sox and Yankees rivalry is one of the most storied in sports.
• Alex Cora has a winning record in the postseason.
• Aaron Boone is looking to lead the Yankees to victory.

Will the Red Sox continue their underdog story, or will the Yankees prove their dominance? Tune in to find out!