From The Sports Desk: Short leash

Less than 20% of the way into the MLB season, two high-profile teams have fired their managers.

Less than 20% of the way into the MLB season, two high-profile teams have fired their managers. The Boston Red Sox, in last place in the American League East, let go of Alex Cora, and then the Philadelphia Phillies axed Rob Thomson. The Phillies are tied with the New York Mets for last in the National League East. Will this be the wake-up call these teams need?

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