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5 Potential Atlanta Braves Manager Candidates

The Brian Snitker era of Atlanta Braves baseball is now left to the history books. As one chapter ends, another, under a new manager, will soon begin. However, this chapter has yet to be determined. For now, we can only speculate who the next man at the helm could be.

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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.

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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?

The 'MLB Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz

The 'MLB perfect games' quiz

The 'Active MLB 200-strikeout seasons' quiz

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.

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

The 25 greatest MLB teams from the 2000s

The '300-strikeout MLB seasons' quiz

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?

The 25 most unlikely World Series teams

The 'MLB stolen base leaders since 1990' quiz

Atlanta Braves 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

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The 'Active 30-homer MLB seasons leaders' quiz

The '2023 NFL starting quarterbacks' quiz

The 'Most intentional walks in a MLB season' quiz

The 'Multiple 10-sack NFL seasons' quiz

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.

Ron Washington News / SportsTalkATL / September 30

Could the Braves reunite with Ron Washington?

On Tuesday, the Los Angeles Angels decided to part ways with manager Ron Washington. According to Sam Blum of The Athletic, the Angels’ decision to let go of Ron Washington was strictly performance-based and not related to his health concerns, which forced him to take a leave of absence in June after undergoing quadruple bypass surgery.

Ozzie Albies News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 30

Braves Enter Offseason with Decision to Make on Ozzie Albies

To say the least, the 2025 Atlanta Braves’ season was disappointing. Injuries were a chronic issue, while those who were healthy tended to underperform.

Alek Manoah News / SportsTalkATL / September 30

A look at the chances of Alek Manoah bouncing back with the Braves

The Atlanta Braves made an intriguing late-season addition when they scooped up former All-Star right-hander Alek Manoah off waivers after he was designated for assignment by the Toronto Blue Jays.

Ron Washington News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 30

Former Braves Coach Ron Washington Let Go From Manager Role

Former Atlanta Braves third base coach Ron Washington sees his time with the Los Angeles Angels come to an end. According to The Athletic’s Sam Blum, the team opted not to pick up his option for the upcoming season. The decision comes in the aftermath of a season where he had to take an extended leave of absence due to health.

Chris Sale News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 30

What All-MLB Team Finalist Honor Says About Braves Chris Sale

Normally, when a ballplayer has to step aside due to an injury for two months, it typically ends up being what defines their season. Most of the time, the only discussion point after that is what if.

Raisel Iglesias News / Sporting News / September 30

Braves predicted to replace Raisel Iglesias with NL East rival $102M flamethrower, 258 career saves

The Braves could have a perfect replacement for Raisel Iglesias as a closer for the future.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / September 30

Full List of Atlanta Braves Club Options

Among the decisions the Atlanta Braves have to make in the near future, the team has to decide on the club options of five players. Most of which are pretty cut and dry, but there are some conversations that must be had surrounding a couple of these guys.

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?

The 25 most iconic MLB batting stances

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