Responding to that call, Red Sox insider Chris Cotillo of MassLive issued a clear assessment of Cora's job security at this point. "Eight weeks into a three year contract," Cotillo wrote. "He's not on the hot seat as of now."

Red Sox starter Brayan Bello had an extended conversation with manager Alex Cora in the dugout after he lasted only four innings in his last start Friday vs. the Orioles.

Mayer's first noteworthy gaffe at the major league level came on Tuesday night in Milwaukee. After doubling to lead off the fifth inning, he was gunned down by Milwaukee Brewers r