Red Sox manager Alex Cora provided shortstop Trevor Story with a choice for a day off, opting for Sunday despite Story's impressive performance. Cora highlighted the importance of balancing player workload with the demands of the season, especially considering Story's injury history. He mentioned the collaboration with the medical staff in making such decisions to ensure they have their best players available during crucial game periods. Cora also reflected on the challenging game schedule during Patriots Day weekend, indicating the necessity for strategic rest for players.
Cora emphasized the importance of managing player workloads, stating, "I truly believe that when you have talent like this - when you have a good baseball team - patience comes into play."
Cora noted the need for a balance between medical advice and player comfort: "It's a 50/50 balance between the information from the medical staff and how a player feels."
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