Cora Turns Down Phillies Manager Job
Philadelphia's managerial search continues after Alex Cora rejected the team's overtures to take over as skipper.

Alex Cora has declined an offer from the Philadelphia Phillies to become their next manager. The Phillies had reportedly pursued Cora as a top candidate to lead the club. With Cora out of the picture, Philadelphia must continue its search for a new manager. The development leaves the Phillies' dugout leadership unresolved heading into the offseason.
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