Why Red Sox’ Alex Cora Didn’t Consider Pinch Hitting for Connor Wong

Why Red Sox’ Alex Cora didn’t consider pinch hitting for Connor Wong

CHICAGO — Manager Alex Cora said he did not consider pinch hitting for Connor Wong in the seventh inning of the Red Sox’ 6-0 loss to the Cubs on Saturday.

Alex Cora Stresses Need For Contributions From Struggling Bat

The Boston Red Sox have scored one run in two games following the All-Star break. On Friday, they outhit the Chicago Cubs, 7-6, but left eight runners on base and grounded into two double plays. On Saturday, they failed to get a single run on the board, leaving seven runners stranded. In both the second and seventh innings, Connor Wong came to the plate with two runners on base and two outs. He ended the inning each time. On the season, Wong is …