Alex Cora celebrated his 500th win as the Red Sox manager with a 9-5 victory over the Kansas City Royals, making him the fourth manager in franchise history to reach this milestone. Cora emphasized the collective effort of his team, crediting both players and staff for the achievement, and highlighted the importance of family in his career decisions. Masataka Yoshida's recent performance has been pivotal for the team's offensive success post-All-Star break, contributing significantly to their playoff aspirations. Cora also provided updates on several injured players, including Vaughn Grissom, Trevor Story, and Chris Martin, expressing optimism about their returns. The Red Sox, now 60-51, are in a tight race for an American League wild card spot.