ATLANTA -- Even as the Braves continued to stumble during his first month as their interim manager, Brian Snitker repeatedly praised the dedication, effort and professionalism his players showed on a daily basis. A little more than four months later, those players have validated their manager's longstanding belief that good things come to those who remain accountable in the midst of adversity.
Consequently, there is now reason to believe Snitker could still be in his current role when the 2017 season begins.
"I respect the heck out of [the players] and all they've been through," Snitker said.