Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora has made a personal choice to miss the opening game of a three-game series against the New York Mets to attend his daughter's graduation from Boston College. Cora emphasized the significance of this family event, stating, "It's going to be a very special day -- one that I'm not going to miss." The decision reflects the balance between professional commitments and family milestones. He acknowledged the challenges of parenting through his daughter's college years, crediting her mother for their daughter's success.