The Atlanta Braves have made it official, Brian Snitker will return as manager after the team announced that they have exercised the option on his contract. The team did not make any further announcements on the coaching staff but said those would follow in the coming weeks.
“Brian is a life-long Brave who has earned the respect and admiration of our players, staff and front office,” Braves President of Baseball Operations John Hart said. “He has devoted his last 42 years to this organization and has proven that he is dedicated to guiding the team through this transition period.