In a dramatic twist that has captured the attention of baseball fans everywhere, Major League Baseball (MLB) has launched an investigation into comments made by Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora. Cora hinted that his team may have intentionally thrown at New York Yankees superstar Aaron Judge during a heated game over the weekend.

The controversy erupted after Cora suggested that his team had a “chance” for retribution against Judge during Saturday's match. Tensions flared when Gerrit Cole, the Yankees’ ace pitcher, hit Red Sox star Rafael Devers with a pitch in the first inning and later issued an intentional walk to Devers in the fourth. Cora's frustration grew as he perceived this walk as a clear indication that Cole was trying to avoid facing Devers, particularly after the earlier incident.

When gripped by reporters about whether the feud between the two teams had reached a conclusion, Cora replied, “It was closed [Saturday] around the sixth inning. We had our chance. It didn’t happen.” The drama continued to unfold in the sixth inning when Red Sox pitcher Brayan Bello threw a fastball that sailed behind Judge—missing him but making the intent clear.

Although the pitch did not connect, it has undoubtedly fueled speculation regarding the escalating tensions between these two storied franchises. After the game, Cora mentioned that he spoke with Judge in a “professional” manner, showing a glimmer of sportsmanship amidst the controversy. However, Judge remained tight-lipped about the details of their conversation, simply acknowledging the Red Sox’s anger while downplaying potential animosity.

As MLB regulators dive deeper into the investigation, fans are left wondering: Will this incident spark further conflict on the field, or will it lead to measures that curb retaliatory actions in the future? Stay tuned as more details emerge regarding this baseball drama that's already being referred to as one of the season's most shocking stories!