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October 29, 2007
BY SEAN McADAM
Journal Sports Writer
DENVER -- More than most, Alex Cora had a special appreciation for last night's clincher.
After parts of 10 seasons in the big leagues, with three different organizations, Cora could finally taste the champagne of a champion.
''This is unreal,'' he said as he stood in the infield of Coors Field. ''This is what you dream about.''
Two years ago, Cora watched his older brother, Joey, a coach with the Chicago White Sox, experience a World Series triumph.
''I was jealous,'' admitted Cora. ''Very jealous. I had to let it go. I mean, you're a baseball fan and you watch a great Series. At the same time, you want to be one to do it. It was great for him; at the same time, I wished it could have been me.
''And now? People can be jealous of me.''
Cora took time to remember a number of players who contributed, but weren't present, including Kason Gabbard, David Murphy, and J.C. Romero.
''They all played a part,'' said Cora. ''It doesn't take 25 guys to win a World Series; it takes a whole organization.''
This weekend, Cora is scheduled to attend wedding of Alex Cintron, the White Sox utility infielder. His brother Joey will be present, along with White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen.
Cora said he's supposed to deliver the toast. And yes, he said, he might be tempted to fit the Red Sox' victory last night somewhere into the speech.
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