Brian Snitker: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 26

MLB.com Addresses 'Biggest Challenge' For New Braves Manager Walt Weiss

Undoubtedly, the biggest news for the Atlanta Braves this offseason has been the retirement of longtime manager Brian Snitker and the subsequent promotion of bench coach Walt Weiss to the position.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / November 19

Braves Announce Trade on Wednesday

The Atlanta Braves are entering the MLB offseason with plenty of opportunities to improve the roster for 2026. With longtime manager Brian Snitker stepping down, bench coach Walt Weiss has taken over and assembled a revamped coaching staff.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 7

Braves’ Walt Weiss sends message to fans after becoming Atlanta manager

The Atlanta Braves officially named Walt Weiss their new manager on Monday, promoting their longtime bench coach to replace Brian Snitker, who transitioned to a senior advisory role following the 2025 season.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz

How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?

The 'Last 40-home-run season by MLB team' quiz

The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

The '50-home-run MLB seasons' quiz

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / November 4

The 'Braves way' wins out in the hiring of Walt Weiss

As we got over a month removed from Brian Snitker officially announcing his retirement, the feeling was that the Braves must be hiring from outside, potentially waiting until after the World Series to pluck Dodgers bench coach Danny Lehmann out of Los Angeles.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / November 3

Braves Hire Bench Coach Walt Weiss as New Manager

The Atlanta Braves hired from within to fill their managerial vacancy, tapping bench coach Walt Weiss as their new skipper. The team announced the hire in a statement on Monday.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / November 3

Braves tab bench coach Walt Weiss as new manager

The Atlanta Braves did not have to look far to find their replacement for manager Brian Snitker. They tabbed the man who occupied the seat next to Snitker in the dugout for eight seasons.

Atlanta Braves News / Larry Brown Sports / November 3

Braves have hired a new manager

The Atlanta Braves are opting for an internal choice for their new manager. The Braves announced Monday that Walt Weiss is being hired as their new manager.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 4

Braves stick to status quo in naming next manager

After a disappointing 2025 season, the Atlanta Braves were due for a shake-up. But the team's decision-makers have other ideas.

Braves to reportedly pick up club options on two pitchers

Infielder Ha-Seong Kim opts out of contract with Braves

Assessing the expectations for new Giants manager Tony Vitello

Nationals set to hire MLB's youngest manager in over 50 years

Twins continue to go backward with reported hiring of Derek Shelton

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 30

Writer says ex-Cubs skipper ‘makes sense’ as Braves manager candidate

The Atlanta Braves are currently in the midst of what could be a foundational offseason for the future direction of the franchise. Shortly after the team’s disastrous 2024 season ended, manager Brian Snitker announced that he would not be returning to the job moving forward, instead taking on an advisory role in the front office.

Atlanta Braves News / Mets Merized Online / October 29

Troy Snitker Had Plenty of Success in Houston

On Monday, Troy Snitker was hired as a Mets’ hitting coach. He will be part of the hitting staff and report to Jeff Albert, the new director of hitting for the major league team.

MLB News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 27

Braves rumors: Atlanta has eyes on Dodgers coach for managerial opening

The Atlanta Braves are searching for a new manager after Brian Snitker stepped down as the team’s skipper following the 2025 season. Whoever is hired to helm Atlanta in 2026 will be just the fourth Braves manager in the last 35 years.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / October 27

A different Snitker is joining the NL East

Though Brian Snitker won’t be managing the Atlanta Braves in 2026, the division won’t be without a Snitker presence. Brian is expected to stay involved with the organization in an advisory role, while his son, Troy Snitker, has officially been named the new hitting coach for the New York Mets.

Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!

The 'Oldest 4,000-passing-yard seasons' quiz

The 'Most passing yards by an NFL rookie' quiz

The 'AL and NL MVPs since 2000' quiz

The '2K-scrimmage-yard NFL seasons' quiz

MLB News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 27

Son of Former Braves Manager Hired as Mets Hitting Coach

While one Snitker will no be a manager this upcoming season, another will be a coach in the National League East. A continuity, in a way, continues. The son of former Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker, Troy, has been hired by the New York Mets as their next hitting coach.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 12

Brian Snitker, Braves Manager Candidates Spotted at Auburn Game

The Atlanta Braves had a presence on the sidelines for the Deep South's Oldest Rivalry (Georgia vs Auburn) out on the Plains on Saturday. Now, former manager Brian Snitker and his wife, Ronnie, were spotted alongside some notable former player names.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 4

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.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 2

Brian Snitker Reflects on What Time as Braves Manager Meant

The Atlanta Braves won't bid farewell to Brian Snitker, but they took the moment to honor his accomplishments as he moves into his next chapter with the organization.

Atlanta Braves 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.

Atlanta Braves 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.

Atlanta Braves 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 / Yardbarker / October 1