Francona went 744â552 in Boston by Gio Rivera | 6 hours ago | 3 Min Reading Red Sox great Dustin Pedroia played for many managers during his time in Boston, but only one stood out above the rest: Terry Francona. Francona was loved during his eight years with the Red Sox. He led the team… Continue reading Ex-Red Sox Dustin Pedroia Credits ‘Best Manager’ Terry Francona