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Is Ron Washington a viable option to be the Braves next manager?

The Angels announced yesterday that Ron Washington would not be returning as the team’s manager. The reason for their decision was not health related, according to Angels beat writer Sam Blum of The Athletic.

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Braves predicted to sign $13M Cy Young arm to form filthy trio with Chris Sale, Spencer Strider

The Braves could very well address a place of need with someone that grew up a Braves fan.

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The 'MLB playoff single-game strikeout record' quiz

How many of the pitchers to strikeout at least 12 batters in a single postseason game can you name in six minutes?

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Brian Snitker News / SportsTalkATL / October 1

Brian Snitker goes out on his own terms, leaving behind a legacy Braves Country will never forget

On Wednesday, Jeff Passan broke the news that Brian Snitker will not return as Braves manager in 2026. It marks the end of an era in Atlanta, though Snitker will remain with the organization as a senior advisor, giving him an incredible 50 years with the club next season.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / October 1

Brian Snitker, Ron Washington Out as 2025 Managerial Changes Continue

One-sixth of all Major League teams currently have manager vacancies, as the Braves and Angels join three other teams that are looking for new managers.

Brian Snitker News / Field Level Media / October 1

Braves manager Brian Snitker won't return in '26, moves to advisory role

Brian Snitker will not return as manager of the Atlanta Braves, transitioning to an adviser role in 2026 for his 50th season with the franchise. Snitker will be inducted into the Braves Hall of Fame next season, the team said Wednesday.

Brian Snitker News / Larry Brown Sports / October 1

Brian Snitker makes decision on his future with the Atlanta Braves

Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker has decided to remain with the organization, but he will do so in a different role. The Braves announced on Wednesday that Snitker is transitioning to an advisory role for the 2026 season.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / October 1

Braves Announce Coaching Move After Missing MLB Playoffs

Atlanta’s 2025 season fell well short of expectations as a roster built around Ronald Acuña Jr., Matt Olson and a veteran pitching group failed to reach October baseball.

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Brian Snitker News / Yardbarker / October 1

Braves making managerial change after 10 seasons under Brian Snitker

The Braves are moving on from Brian Snitker as manager.

Could the Braves reunite with Ron Washington?

MLB’s five most disappointing teams: Diamondbacks, Mets among those that fell short

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Brian Snitker News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 1

Braves are latest MLB team to announce managerial change for 2026

The Braves will have a new manager in 2026. Brian Snitker has informed the team that he will not continue in the dugout beyond the 2025 season.

MLB’s five most disappointing teams: Diamondbacks, Mets among those that fell short

Could the Braves reunite with Ron Washington?

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Drake Baldwin News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 1

3 Under-the-Radar Stats from Braves Drake Baldwin's Rookie Season

Drake Baldwin’s rookie campaign has come to a close. At the very least, he’ll likely be a finalist for the National League Rookie of the Year Award, assuming

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / October 1

What’s the one lesson the Braves learned in 2025?

There are plenty of lessons to be taken from the Braves’ disastrous 2025 campaign. The question is whether general manager Alex Anthopoulos has too much pride to accept them.

Max Fried News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 1

Former Braves Ace Stellar in Opening Postseason Game in Bronx

For the first time, former Atlanta Braves pitcher Max Fried took his talents to a postseason game in the Bronx. He gave the Yankees 6 1/3 shutout innings against the Red Sox, while striking out six. Unfortunately for him, the bullpen couldn’t follow him up, and the offense couldn’t back him.

Atlanta Braves News / Last Word On Sports / September 30

Braves Hope Top Pitching Prospect Can Provide Some Rotation Stability

After coming into 2025 with high expectations for their rotation, the Atlanta Braves were attacked by injuries all season long. All five starters from their Opening Day roster spent time on the injured list.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / September 30

Full List of Atlanta Braves Pending Free Agents

A crucial offseason has begun in Atlanta following one of the most disappointing years in franchise history. The 2025 campaign should serve as a valuable lesson for Alex Anthopoulos and the Braves’ brass: if you sit on your hands and go cheap in the winter, you’ll keep wasting valuable years of an incredibly talented core.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 30

MLB’s five most disappointing teams: Diamondbacks, Mets among those that fell short

The 2025 MLB regular season is in the books, and while a few teams exceeded all expectations, others crashed hard. These five clubs proved to be the biggest disappointments of the season.

Braves' Matt Olson joins exclusive club after 2025 season

Mets are meant to be underdogs, not front-runners

Will Mets pay Pete Alonso in the offseason?

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Atlanta Braves News / Fastball on SI / September 29

3 Players Braves Could Lose After Missing 2025 Playoffs

The Atlanta Braves certainly didn't have the season that they wanted to have in 2025. Atlanta has been one of the most dominant teams in the National League in recent memory, despite a plethora of high-impact injuries.

Matt Olson News / Yardbarker / September 29