Veteran shortstop Trevor Story called Breslow’s explanation of Cora’s firing when Breslow met with the team Sunday morning not “satisfactory.” Reliever Garrett Whitlock noted that Breslow didn’t give players the chance to ask questions during that meeting.
Breslow remained with the Red Sox as their road trip arrived in Toronto on Monday for the start of a three-game series against the Blue Jays.
He said he has met with “a number of players” since the team meeting, including Story, who had questioned “the true direction of the franchise” when he initially spoke after meeting Sunday.
“Trevor and I had a conversation,” Breslow said. “Trevor obviously is a very important part of this team. He’s also a leader on this team, and he’s incredibly well respected in the clubhouse and by the staff and by me. I’m grateful for the chance to have the conversation with him.”
In comments to NESN before Monday night’s game, Story said the two “hashed it out” and are united in their ultimate goal.
“It’s part of the process,” Story told NESN. “Having these tough conversations. Whether you agree or disagree, I think at the end of the day, we agree that we want the Red Sox to win.”