Alex Cora: A major clue that makes us doubt his desire to manage

Right now, there's only one official opening among Major League Baseball managers: Seattle. We'll see if any others open up.

If there's one name that just won't go away as a candidate to manage the Mariners, it's Torey Lovullo. The current Diamondbacks manager has been mentioned by several people.

Jim Bowden, in a podcast on Foul Territory, says that Jerry Dipoto knew him in Boston and has a lot of respect for him.

And since few believe he'll keep his job as manager in Arizona, he remains an option to watch.

But we should also keep Alex Cora's name in mind. After all, this experienced manager is bound to be linked to every open position.

And managing the Mariners—there are worse options. There are better ones, too, though.

But because Cora wants to stay close to his family and Puerto Rico, taking a job out in the western United States doesn't seem to be his top choice right now.

And Jim Bowden goes a step further: Cora has booked an African safari for next summer. So does he even want to manage?

Cora turned down the Phillies' offer after leaving Boston. He's always said he doesn't want to manage—ever.

He's still being paid by the Red Sox for one more year at $7.25 million per season.

He's expected to take the job in Philadelphia if he ever becomes a manager again. He has a strong connection with Dave Dombrowski.

But does he want to lead a team whose window of opportunity is closing? Good question.

Whether it's in 2027, 2028, or later, if Cora wants to manage, a door is likely to open for him. He's that well-known.

But waiting is always a risk…

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