In the days following his surprising dismissal from the Boston Red Sox, former manager Alex Cora has reached out to the organization once more—this time with a heartfelt message of gratitude and reflection.

Just four days after being let go, Cora sent an email to Red Sox employees that offers a rare, personal glimpse into his mindset. The note, obtained by MassLive, shows a man balancing appreciation for his time in Boston with the emotional weight of an abrupt departure.

"Being part of this organization has meant a great deal to me. As a player and as a manager," Cora wrote. "Like I always tell free agents, I'm glad my kids grew up here. It's unique, special and magical."

The email arrives on the heels of an earlier, more cryptic message—sent just hours after his firing at 4 a.m. ET—in which Cora told staff, "The Cora's will be OK," complete with a winking face. Since then, he reportedly turned down an offer to manage the Philadelphia Phillies from former Red Sox executive Dave Dombrowski, choosing instead to spend the summer with his family.

In this latest communication, Cora strikes a tone of both closure and humility. He acknowledges the organization's new direction while expressing regret that his tenure ended without a championship celebration.

"We are happy to have the time to be full time parents, that's the truth, but also we are disappointed that we didn't finish the job," he wrote. "I respect the direction the organization is taking. A lot of talented people will help to accomplish the ultimate goal, having another duck boat parade."

Cora closed the email with a simple, powerful message to those who worked alongside him: "Thank you for the hard work, sleepless nights, professionalism and effort to help me lead this great organization. One last thing, keep showing up."

For Red Sox fans and employees alike, Cora's final words serve as a reminder of the passion and grit that defined his time in Boston—and the class with which he's choosing to move forward.