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Braves' Alex Anthopoulos discusses managerial vacancy, offseason plans

Atlanta president of baseball operations Alex Anthopoulos spoke to reporters (including David O’Brien of The Athletic) yesterday in an end-of-season press conference and covered a variety of topics.

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Braves Potential Shortstop Options For 2026

Alex Anthopoulos laid out the Braves’ offseason priorities when he met with the media on Saturday. Pitching will once again be the main focus, but shortstop is also a pressing concern.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / October 5

Alex Anthopoulos made one thing very clear about Brian Snitker

When Brian Snitker decided to step down as manager this past week, many speculated whether it was his decision or if the Braves essentially told him it was time for the organization to move on.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 5

Positions Braves Need (or Might Need) to Address During Offseason

Soon, the final out of the World Series will come, and Major League Baseball will enter another offseason. The Atlanta Braves, absent from postseason action, can plan for potential moves they could make to improve their fortunes next season. Some positions are on lock, such as first base, third base and center field.

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Braves’ 3 best manager replacements for Brian Snitker

The Atlanta Braves face a pivotal moment in their franchise history as they search for a new manager after Brian Snitker stepped down following the 2025 season.

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Braves predicted to replace Brian Snitker with 2-time World Series Champion, NL Manager of the Year

The Atlanta Braves could possibly go after a very familiar face with managerial success.

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Alex Anthopoulos outlines Braves offseason priorities

Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos met with the media on Saturday and provided some insight into the club’s offseason priorities. As he’s stated before, pitching will be a “point of emphasis” for Atlanta this winter.

Brian Snitker News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 4

Braves GM grabs attention with Brian Snitker revelation

Brian Snitker recently made the decision to step down from his role as Atlanta Braves manager. Although he is remaining with the ball club as a senior advisor, Snitker will no longer manage the ball club.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / October 4

Jarred Kelenic’s Braves Stint Ends: Anthopoulos’ Worst Move?

Earlier in the week, Jarred Kelenic was outrighted to Gwinnett and elected free agency, officially ending his short and forgettable stint with the Atlanta Braves.

Atlanta Braves News / Sporting News / October 4

Braves legend Chipper Jones gets brutally honest on potentially replacing manager Brian Snitker

Chipper Jones has made it clear on where he stands on being the Braves next manager.

Chipper Jones News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 4

Chipper Jones Balks at Braves Manager Opportunity

As the offseason gets underway, the Atlanta Braves' search for their next manager is set to begin. Right now, any pick is speculative. One speculative

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1 free agent Braves must pursue this offseason

2025 did not go the way that many Atlanta Braves fans thought it would. In fact, many in the Braves organization likely did not believe that their roster would miss the postseason.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 3

Four 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.

MLB News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 3

Candidate for Braves Manager Position Off the Board, Heading to Texas

One of the speculated Atlanta Braves manager candidates is off the board. The Texas Rangers have announced that they have hired Skip Schumaker as their next manager.

Chris Sale News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 3

Chris Sale Made Most of First Two Seasons with Braves

Chris Sale has only been with the Atlanta Braves for a relatively short time. However, he’s already leaving his mark on the team in the record books. In year one, he became the fifth pitcher in franchise history to win the Cy Young Award, the first of his career.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 3

Former Braves Catcher Interested in Open Manager Role

Amidst the news of long-time Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker stepping down from being the team’s skipper, speculation has grown as to who could fill the shoes of the 2018 NL Manager of the Year and 2021 World Series Champion.

Chipper Jones News / SportsTalkATL / October 3

Chipper Jones opens up about potentially managing the Atlanta Braves

As the Atlanta Braves begin their search for a new manager following the retirement of Brian Snitker, many fans are wondering if Chipper Jones would reconsider his stance on returning to the dugout.

Alex Anthopoulos News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 3

Potential Braves Manager Candidate Connected to Anthopoulos Now Available

Another potential manager candidate for the Atlanta Braves has hit the market. According to multiple notable sources, the New York Mets have parted ways

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 3

Atlanta Braves Prospects Who Could Debut in 2026

As we get into the offseason, it’s time to start taking a look at which Atlanta Braves prospects could make an impact next season. There are always players who could make a surprise rise to the Majors at any time.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / October 3

At least one Braves manager candidate appears off the table

As the Atlanta Braves begin their search for a new manager, one potential top candidate already appears to be off the board. It was widely expected that once the Texas Rangers moved on from Bruce Bochy, Skip Schumaker, who served as a special advisor for Texas this season, would step into the role.

Jarred Kelenic News / Field Level Media / October 2

Braves remove OF Jarred Kelenic from 40-man among 5 moves

In their first step toward lining up personnel for the 2026 season, the Atlanta Braves removed five players from the 40-man roster, including outfielder Jarred Kelenic and right-hander Dane Dunning.

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Braves begin roster overhaul by outrighting five players

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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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