Daily Red Sox Links: Alex Cora, Giancarlo Stanton, John Farrell

Alex Cora may not have a ton of experience like some other candidates, but he has served in many roles in his baseball life, and that will be tremendously helpful. (Chad Finn; Boston Globe)

During his playing days, Cora was far from a superstar, but average players like himself generally make the best managers. (Sean McAdam; Boston Sports Journal)

This is going to be a winter full of Giancarlo Stanton rumors, but Michael Silverman believes the Red Sox should stay away. (Michael Silverman; Boston Herald)

Before we get to the meat of the offseason, Cam Ellis looked back at the best moments from the 2017 season. (Cam Ellis; BP Boston)

What can the Red Sox learn from the Astros and Dodgers? (Tim Britton; Providence Journal)

John Farrell may not be waiting too long to manager again, as he’s interviewing for the Phillies job. (Rob Bradford; WEEI)