Alex Cora was ejected late in Monday's Red Sox loss after a disagreement with the home plate umpire about the strike zone.

Red Sox manager Alex Cora reacts after being ejected for arguing a low strike call in Boston’s extra-innings loss to the Rays.

The Red Sox signed Cora to a contract extension in July 2024 worth $7 million per season, with the deal extending through the 2027 campaign. Given the strong support he has from both the front office and clubhouse, an in-season firing always seemed unlikely.