<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-rumors-atlanta-eyes-dodgers-coach-managerial-opening');   ga('set', 'title', 'Braves rumors: Atlanta has eyes on Dodgers coach for managerial opening');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Danny-Lehmann.jpg"><figcaption>Allan Henry-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><h1>Braves rumors: Atlanta has eyes on Dodgers coach for managerial opening</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-10-27T16:32:51-07:00">October 27th, 4:32pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-10-27T17:00:11-07:00">October 27th, 5:00pm</time><address><a>Mike Gianakos</a>Mike Gianakos is a veteran editor and writer for print and digital media. He also created and oversaw video and event production departments for legacy media brands. Mike is a longtime podcaster and even longer suffering NY Jets fan.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Atlanta Braves</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Atlanta Braves are searching for a new manager after <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-brian-snitker-breaks-silence-stepping-down-as-manager">Brian Snitker stepped down</a> 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.</p><p>Walt Weiss, Bruce Bochy, Mark DeRosa, David Ross and Tony Vitello were considered candidates for the position when Snitker made his announcement nearly a month ago. But Atlanta has held off on hiring a new manager. And The Athletic’s David O’Brien <a href="https://x.com/DOBrienATL/status/1982896084054880617" rel="noopener">believes the delay</a> is due to the team’s interest in Los Angeles Dodgers bench coach Danny Lehmann.</p><p>The Braves are waiting for the Dodgers’ World Series run to end before pursuing Lehmann, according to O’Brien. The hire would mark a new direction for Atlanta, with a move away from the Bobby Cox coaching tree. Lehmann would also represent a commitment to “cutting-edge analytics and process.”</p><h2><b>Braves seek replacement for longtime manager Brian Snitker</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Brian-Sntiker.jpg"><figcaption>Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>Lehmann has a history with Braves GM / president of baseball operation Alex Anthopoulos. The two worked together from 2016-2017 in Los Angeles. Lehmann began his coaching career as an advance video scout for the Dodgers in 2015. And Anthopoulos was hired as LA’s vice-president of baseball operations the following year.</p><p>The Braves job is considered one of the more attractive openings in baseball. The team had reached the playoffs in seven straight seasons before falling short in 2025,</p><p>Atlanta boasts a talented core of players, including pitchers Chris Sale (who has a team opinion for 2026), Spencer Strider and Spencer Schwellenbach. The strong rotation combined with position players like Ronald Acuna Jr., Austin Riley and Matt Olson, leads insiders to believe the Braves will rebound from an off year and contend for the playoffs next season.</p><p>While Snitker stepped down as Atlanta’s manager, he’s not leaving the team. The veteran skipper will move into a <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-brian-snitker-done-manager-not-leaving-atlanta">senior advisory role with the Braves</a> in 2026. The 70-year-old Snitker has been with the organization since 1977. He began as a player and transitioned to coaching in 1980.</p><p>Snitker spent 29 years as a manager with the franchise beginning in 1982. He worked through five different levels in the minors before taking over as the Braves manager in 2016. Snitker went 811-668 in 10 seasons at the helm in Atlanta. He reached the playoffs seven straight years and led the Braves to a World Series championship in 2021.</p><p>However, Atlanta has not won a postseason game since its World Series victory.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

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

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-reporter-shares-thoughts-managerial-search');   ga('set', 'title', 'Reporter shares thoughts on Braves’ managerial search');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Brian-Snitker.jpg"><figcaption>Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><h1>Reporter shares thoughts on Braves’ managerial search</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-10-24T18:51:05-07:00">October 24th, 6:51pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-10-24T18:51:05-07:00">October 24th, 6:51pm</time><address><a>Richard Pereira</a>Richard Pereira joined ClutchPoints in January 2025 as an Associate Editor. He earned his degree from Florida Atlantic University in 2023 and has been covering the school's athletic programs since 2020, having served as a Sports Editor at the FAU University Press. He was granted the unique opportunity to report on the men's basketball team's journey to the Final Four in Houston for FAU Owls Nest during March Madness, consistently striving to grow as a sports journalist.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Atlanta Braves</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Atlanta <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-3-best-manager-replacements-for-brian-snitker">Braves could take a new direction of leadership</a> when it comes to finding their next manager for 2026 and beyond.</p><p>Atlanta moved from Brian Snitker after 10 seasons. He replaced Freddie Gonzalez midway through the 2016 campaign. Snitker helped the team be active in playoff contention, even winning the World Series in 2021. However, their results slowly declined as they missed the postseason this season, ending in Snitker having a dismissal.</p><p>Team reporter Grant McAuley gave his thoughts on how Atlanta <a href="https://x.com/FoulTerritoryTV/status/1981820493826294205" rel="noopener">should approach the managerial search</a> during a Thursday appearance on the Foul Territory show. He cited the past decisions of having experienced managers in Snitker, Gonzalez and Bobby Cox in the past. However, he thinks they can be unique in their search this time around.</p><p>“This I think represents (president of baseball ops and general manager) Alex Anthopoulos’ first opportunity to kind of look at it through his lens for what he wants and what he values in the manager. And I think Brian Snitker embodied a lot of those qualities, but they were kind of thrown together, at least to start with. They just built a great partnership. So I think with that in mind, there’s really no impetus to just keep it status quo or keep it with somebody who was under the Bobby Cox coaching tree,” McAuley said.</p><p>“I think they just really have this unique chance, for the first time in a while, to really just assess, what is it we need? What do some of these candidates have to offer? Whether that’s a first-time manager, which would be interesting and not necessarily what I expect, or if it’s somebody who’s just kind of younger in their managerial career, who could stick around for a long time and maybe build himself into the next long line of continuity that the Braves have at the managerial spot.”</p><figure class="op-interactive"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">For the first time in a while, the Braves have a unique chance to assess multiple factors in their managerial search.<a href="https://twitter.com/grantmcauley?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GrantMcAuley</a> with more… <a href="https://t.co/p8uSgZOjE9">pic.twitter.com/p8uSgZOjE9</a></p><p>— Foul Territory (@FoulTerritoryTV) <a href="https://twitter.com/FoulTerritoryTV/status/1981820493826294205?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 24, 2025</a></p></blockquote><p><script async="" src="https://instagram.com/embed.js"></script></p></figure><h2><b>What lies ahead for Braves this offseason</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Atlanta-Braves-mascot-Blooper.jpg"><figcaption>Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>It is clear that the Braves may be at a crossroads when it comes how they want the direction of their franchise to be when they hire their next manager.</p><p>Atlanta had the privilege of taking part in seven consecutive postseasons during Brian Snitker’s stint. The World Series they won in 2021 will forever remain in MLB history and one of their most successful campaigns of all time. However, they needed a direction after missing the playoffs this past season, making their selection of the new manager an important one for the long term.</p><p>The Braves will continue retooling in the offseason as they hope for better success going into the 2026 campaign.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Reporter shares thoughts on Braves’ managerial search

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-atlantas-shortstop-situation-intriguing-insight');   ga('set', 'title', 'Braves’ shortstop situation receives intriguing insight');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Alex-Anthopoulos.jpg"><figcaption>Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><h1>Braves’ shortstop situation receives intriguing insight</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-10-11T11:03:32-07:00">October 11th, 11:03am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-10-11T11:03:32-07:00">October 11th, 11:03am</time><address><a>Jackson Stone</a>Jackson Stone is a Mercer University alum from Atlanta who graduated with a BA in communications. A lifelong sports lover, Jackson is a die-hard fan of all Atlanta teams. He joined ClutchPoints in 2023.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Atlanta Braves</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-atlanta-gm-reveals-whats-at-the-top-of-his-offseason-wish-list">Atlanta Braves are currently</a> in the early stages of what could be a highly consequential offseason for the future direction of the franchise. Atlanta recently saw long-time manager <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-3-best-manager-replacements-for-brian-snitker">Brian Snitker retire</a> and take an advisory role in the front office, but the team also has several roster decisions to make in addition to finding Snitker’s replacement.</p><p>Recently, Braves insider Mark Bowman of MLB.com reported on Atlanta’s <a href="https://www.mlb.com/news/braves-top-offseason-priorities-for-2026" rel="noopener">most likely route</a> for finding their shortstop of the future, referencing the acquisition of Ha-Seong Kim toward the end of last season.</p><p>“Kim is expected to decline his $16 million option for the 2026 season and become a commodity on what will be a thin free-agent market for shortstops. The Braves could attempt to strike a multi-year deal with the former Gold Glove infielder before or after the free-agent market opens,” reported Bowman.</p><p>Bowman also added that “with Trevor Story possibly staying in Boston and Bo Bichette being a defensive liability, the Braves have no choice but to make Kim their top priority… In a perfect world, they would gain resolution regarding Kim early this offseason. This would allow them to know how much they have to spend on all of their needs, none of which seems greater than upgrading at the shortstop position.”</p><h2><b>A big decision for the Braves</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Braves-SS-Ha-Seong-Kim.jpg"><figcaption>Mandatory Credit: Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>The Atlanta Braves are coming off of a disastrous 2025 season in which they missed the playoffs altogether for the first time in eight years.</p><p>While injuries certainly played a role in this, particularly to the pitching staff, Atlanta also saw major regression from various players on their roster, which was one of the best in the MLB for the last several years.</p><p>As Bowman mentioned, shortstop is a major area of need for Atlanta this summer, and it would certainly behoove them to get something done with Kim sooner rather than later so that they have that area shored up for the future.</p><p>In any case, the Braves’ roster and management staff could look quite different by the time next season rolls around in March of 2026.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Braves’ shortstop situation receives intriguing insight

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-3-best-manager-replacements-for-brian-snitker');   ga('set', 'title', 'Braves’ 3 best manager replacements for Brian Snitker');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Braves-X-best-manager-replacements-for-Brian-Snitker.jpg"></figure><h1>Braves’ 3 best manager replacements for Brian Snitker</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-10-04T15:24:50-07:00">October 4th, 3:24pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-10-04T15:24:50-07:00">October 4th, 3:24pm</time><address><a>Garrett Kerman</a>Garrett Kerman also goes by the name of The Fight Analyst. He covers all combat sports, from MMA, to boxing, to even bare-knuckle. He is also very well-versed in all American sports when it comes to news and betting analysis. Whether you want betting advice or some breaking news, Garrett is your guy.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Atlanta Braves</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>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. After 10 successful seasons that included seven consecutive playoff appearances and a World Series championship in 2021, the 69-year-old Snitker transitioned into an advisory role, leaving behind a 811-668 record and a lasting legacy. With eight managerial openings across Major League Baseball this offseason, the Braves must carefully select their next skipper to guide a talented roster back to championship contention.</p><p>The organization now faces a critical decision between maintaining continuity or implementing fresh leadership. While several candidates have emerged in early speculation, three names stand out as the most compelling options to replace Snitker: Walt Weiss, Ron Washington, and Mark DeRosa. Each brings unique qualifications and different approaches that could benefit Atlanta’s championship aspirations.</p><h2>Walt Weiss: The Continuity Candidate</h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Brian-Snitker-in-the-dugout.jpg"></figure><p>© Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports</p><p><a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/braves-rumors-insider-reveals-boxes-brian-snitkers-replacement-must-check">Walt Weiss represents the most logical succession plan for Atlanta</a>, having served as the team’s bench coach since 2018. The 60-year-old former shortstop brings both familiarity with the organization and previous managerial experience, making him the early frontrunner for the position.</p><p>Weiss’s deep understanding of the current roster cannot be overstated. Having worked closely with stars like Ronald Acuña Jr., Ozzie Albies, and Austin Riley throughout their development, he possesses invaluable insight into the clubhouse dynamics and player personalities that have made Atlanta successful. His relationship with the coaching staff and front office would ensure a seamless transition, maintaining the stability that helped the Braves achieve sustained success under Snitker.</p><p>The former American League Rookie of the Year (1988) and World Series champion brings legitimate managerial credentials from his tenure with the Colorado Rockies from 2013-2016. While his 283-365 record (.437 winning percentage) appears underwhelming, context matters significantly. Weiss inherited a rebuilding Rockies team coming off their worst season in franchise history and gradually improved their performance, culminating in a respectable 75-87 record in his final season. Players consistently praised his leadership style and credited him with creating a positive culture in a previously dysfunctional clubhouse.</p><p>“Unbelievable grasp of players,” former Rockies catcher Nick Hundley said in 2016. “To a man, everybody respects him. When he talks, everybody listens, and those are great qualities to have”. This player-first approach aligns perfectly with the Braves’ organizational culture and could help maintain the strong relationships that defined the Snitker era.</p><p>Weiss’s experience managing at the highest level, combined with his intimate knowledge of Atlanta’s personnel, positions him as the safest choice for a franchise seeking to minimize disruption while maximizing their championship window.</p><h2>Ron Washington: The Proven Winner</h2><p>Ron Washington emerges as the most accomplished managerial candidate available, bringing a championship pedigree and extensive experience that could immediately elevate Atlanta’s performance. Despite his recent departure from the Los Angeles Angels, the 73-year-old skipper remains one of baseball’s most respected managers and represents a significant upgrade in terms of postseason success.</p><p>Washington’s resume speaks for itself. During his tenure as Texas Rangers manager from 2007-2014, he compiled a 664-611 record while leading the franchise to its first two World Series appearances in 2010 and 2011. His ability to maximize talent and create winning cultures was evident throughout his Rangers tenure, where he posted five consecutive winning seasons and established Texas as a perennial contender. More recently, he served as a key member of Atlanta’s coaching staff from 2017-2023, contributing to their 2021 World Series championship.</p><p>The infield specialist’s reputation as a developer of young talent could prove invaluable for a Braves roster featuring promising prospects and established stars entering their prime years. His expertise in fundamentals and strategic acumen would complement Atlanta’s analytical approach while bringing a veteran presence to the dugout. Washington’s ability to connect with players across generational lines was evident during his successful stint with the Rangers, where he managed both established veterans and emerging stars.</p><p>Concerns about Washington’s age and recent health issues are legitimate, as he missed significant time during the 2025 season following quadruple bypass heart surgery. However, Washington has expressed confidence in his health and desire to continue managing, stating he feels “saved by” the medical intervention that addressed underlying issues. His experience managing high-pressure situations and playoff baseball could prove crucial for a Braves team seeking to return to championship contention.</p><p>Washington’s familiarity with the organization, combined with his proven track record of success, makes him an intriguing option despite the inherent risks associated with his age and health concerns.</p><h2>Mark DeRosa: The Fresh Perspective</h2><p>Mark DeRosa represents the most intriguing wild-card option, offering a combination of Braves connections, modern baseball expertise, and fresh leadership that could energize the franchise. The 50-year-old MLB Network analyst has emerged as one of baseball’s most respected voices and brings a unique skill set that perfectly aligns with contemporary managerial demands.</p><p>DeRosa’s Atlanta roots run deep, having made his major league debut with the Braves in 1998 and spending his first seven professional seasons in the organization. His versatility as a player, starting at six different positions throughout his 16-year career, demonstrates the adaptability and baseball IQ that would translate well to managerial duties. His experience as a member of the 2010 World Series champion San Francisco Giants provides championship-level insight that few candidates can match.</p><p>The Carlstadt, New Jersey native has distinguished himself as one of baseball’s sharpest analytical minds through his work on MLB Network’s daily morning show “MLB Central”. His ability to break down complex strategic situations and communicate effectively with diverse audiences showcases the communication skills essential for modern managers. DeRosa’s current role keeps him intimately connected to league trends, player personnel, and organizational philosophies across all 30 teams.</p><p>Perhaps most impressively, DeRosa’s recent success managing Team USA in the World Baseball Classic demonstrates his leadership capabilities on the international stage. Leading the United States to a silver medal in 2023 and earning selection as the first repeat manager in WBC history speaks to his tactical acumen and ability to manage elite talent. His experience working with superstars like Aaron Judge, Mike Trout, and Nolan Arenado in high-pressure situations provides valuable perspective on handling star players and championship expectations.</p><p>DeRosa’s modern approach to the game, combining traditional fundamentals with contemporary analytics, could provide the perfect balance for a Braves organization seeking to evolve while maintaining their successful foundation. His comfortable position at MLB Network means he would only leave for the right opportunity, and a return to Atlanta represents exactly that type of compelling situation.</p><p>The challenge with DeRosa lies in his lack of major league managerial experience, making him the riskiest option among the three candidates. However, his combination of playing experience, analytical expertise, media communication skills, and organizational familiarity creates a compelling case for taking that calculated risk.</p><p>The Atlanta Braves face a franchise-defining decision as they select Brian Snitker’s successor. Walt Weiss offers continuity and proven clubhouse management, Ron Washington brings championship experience and tactical expertise, while Mark DeRosa provides fresh perspective and modern baseball acumen. Each candidate presents distinct advantages that could help Atlanta return to World Series contention, making this one of the most intriguing managerial searches in recent memory.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Braves’ 3 best manager replacements for Brian Snitker

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-atlanta-gm-reveals-whats-at-the-top-of-his-offseason-wish-list');   ga('set', 'title', 'Braves GM reveals what’s at the top of his offseason wish list');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Braves-SS-Ha-Seong-Kim.jpg?w=1024"><figcaption>Mandatory Credit: Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><h1>Braves GM reveals what’s at the top of his offseason wish list</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-10-04T10:46:22-07:00">October 4th, 10:46am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-10-04T10:46:22-07:00">October 4th, 10:46am</time><address><a href="https://linktr.ee/jordan.llanes">Jordan Llanes</a>Jordan Llanes is a sports writer and reporter based in Florida. In addition to ClutchPoints, he writes for a few other publications covering the NFL, college sports and Tottenham Hotspur. When he's not writing, Jordan enjoys spending time with his fiancée, cats, family and friends, as well as catching the latest TV shows and movies, and traveling.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Atlanta Braves</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>A 76-86 record and fourth-place finish in the NL East were not what <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/betting/atlanta-braves-2025-over-under-win-total-prediction-odds-pick">the Atlanta Braves expected out</a> of the 2025 season. However, injuries, ineffectiveness, and regression led to the Braves’ tumble down the standings. However, the goal for 2026 will remain the same: contend for a shot at the World Series. In an effort to improve his team, Atlanta general manager Alex Anthopoulos would like to improve in three key areas. According to team beat writer Mark Bowman via X, formerly Twitter, Anthopoulos <a href="https://x.com/mlbbowman/status/1974511372407885897" rel="noopener">would like to lock in</a> the shortstop position and two other areas.</p><p>“Anthopoulos said securing Kim or another shortstop and adding to both the rotation and bullpen are at the top of his offseason wish list,” posted Bowman.</p><p>Shortstop <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-atlanta-brings-in-ha-seong-kim-after-rays-split">Ha-Seong Kim joined the Braves</a> via waivers late in the season. The Korean infielder has a player opt-out in his current contract, but after an injury-filled 2025, Kim might want to opt in to the $16 million he’ll stand to make in 2026. If he doesn’t, though, Atlanta will have options in free agency. When it comes to the starting rotation and bullpen, free agency will also offer plenty of opportunities. Can Anthopoulos make the right additions to augment an already talented roster for a 2026 playoff run?</p><h2><b>Braves look to rebound in 2026 after disappointing 2025 campaign</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Braves-GM-Alex-Anthopoulos.jpg"><figcaption>Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>Of course, before adding reinforcements at shortstop, in the bullpen, and at starting pitcher, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-alex-anthopoulos-brian-snitker-revelation">Anthopoulos needs to hire</a> a new manager. Brian Snitker left the bench after this season, transitioning to a senior advisory role. The key will be bringing in a new skipper who can help the Braves get back to October. That could mean leaning towards a more seasoned manager.</p><p>Luckily for the Braves, there are quite a few candidates out there. Even as Anthopoulos hunts for a new skipper, the front office will maintain its focus on the upcoming free agent and trade market. <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/tampa-bay-rays/rays-news-rays-agree-29-million-deal-former-padres-infielder-ha-seong-kim">Keeping Kim could be</a> the first step in a big offseason for Atlanta. Could it propel them back towards October glory? Many of the Braves faithful are keen to find out.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Braves GM reveals what’s at the top of his offseason wish list

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-alex-anthopoulos-brian-snitker-revelation');   ga('set', 'title', 'Braves GM grabs attention with Brian Snitker revelation');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Braves-manager-Brian-Snitker-vs-Cubs.jpg"><figcaption>Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><h1>Braves GM grabs attention with Brian Snitker revelation</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-10-04T08:43:50-07:00">October 4th, 8:43am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-10-04T08:43:50-07:00">October 4th, 8:43am</time><address><a href="https://www.facebook.com/joey.mistretta/" rel="facebook">Joey Mistretta</a>Joey Mistretta is a Dallas Mavericks beat reporter, Dallas Wings beat reporter and lead MLB editor for ClutchPoints. He is originally from Lake Arrowhead, California. Mistretta graduated from Biola University with a degree in broadcast journalism.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Atlanta Braves</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>Brian <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-brian-snitker-done-manager-not-leaving-atlanta">Snitker recently made the decision to step down</a> 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. It was surely a <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-brian-snitker-breaks-silence-stepping-down-as-manager">difficult decision for Snitker</a>. According to Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos, Snitker <a href="https://x.com/grantmcauley/status/1974492156430561426" rel="noopener">would have returned</a> as the manager had he made that decision, per Grant McAuley of 92.9 The Game.</p><p>“#Braves GM Alex Anthopoulos said Brian Snitker would’ve returned as manager if he wanted to. It was Snit’s decision,” McAuley wrote on X, formerly Twitter.</p><p>Anthopoulos made the revelation during his press conference on Saturday. Although the Braves endured a difficult overall 2025 campaign, it seems as if Snitker would have been welcomed back as manager in 2026 if he wanted to remain in the role. Nevertheless, he will have an opportunity to still impact the team — his impact will just come from a different role, however.</p><p>The 69-year-old managed the Braves from 2016-2025, winning a World Series in 2021. Atlanta was also a consistent contender for the most part as Snitker led the way. Replacing him will certainly be a challenge.</p><p>One of the top manager candidates this offseason — <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/texas-rangers/rangers-news-skip-schumaker-new-manager">Skip Schumaker — was recently hired by the Texas Rangers</a>. It is uncertain if Atlanta wanted to hire him, but there were reportedly other teams interested in Schumaker before he ended up in Texas.</p><p>Either way, the Braves will continue the search for their next manager. There is no question that Snitker will be missed in his previous role, however.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Braves GM grabs attention with Brian Snitker revelation

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb/atlanta-braves/1-free-agent-braves-must-pursue-this-offseason');   ga('set', 'title', '1 free agent Braves must pursue this offseason');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/1-free-agent-Braves-must-pursue-this-offseason.jpg?w=1024"></figure><h1>1 free agent Braves must pursue this offseason</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-10-03T19:09:16-07:00">October 3rd, 7:09pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-10-03T19:09:16-07:00">October 3rd, 7:09pm</time><address><a href="https://linktr.ee/jordan.llanes">Jordan Llanes</a>Jordan Llanes is a sports writer and reporter based in Florida. In addition to ClutchPoints, he writes for a few other publications covering the NFL, college sports and Tottenham Hotspur. When he's not writing, Jordan enjoys spending time with his fiancée, cats, family and friends, as well as catching the latest TV shows and movies, and traveling.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Atlanta Braves</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>2025 did not go the way that many Atlanta <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-brian-snitker-done-manager-not-leaving-atlanta">Braves fans thought it would.</a> In fact, many in the Braves organization likely did not believe that their roster would miss the postseason. However, a wicked combination of injuries, regression, and ineffectiveness doomed Atlanta to a 76-86, fourth-place finish in the NL East. Manager Brian Snitker will not return to the team, moving into a senior advisor role with the organization he’s spent 49 years with.</p><p>Now, the focus for Braves president of baseball operations <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-trade-deadline-strategy-anthopoulos-2025">Alex Anthopoulos will be to improve</a> the current roster and get them back to the postseason. Atlanta will have multiple key free agents on the market this winter. Staff ace Chris Sale, the 2024 NL Cy Young, has a club option. So does long-time second baseman Ozzie Albies. Recent pick-up Ha-Seong Kim has a player option as well.</p><p>Some key unrestricted free agents include designated hitter Marcell Ozuna and closer Raisel Iglesias. Plenty of depth players are scheduled to hit the market as well, but they can <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-ronald-acuna-jr-injury-alex-anthopoulos-update">be replaced by Anthopoulos.</a> Ozuna’s presence in the middle of the lineup, while not as potent as it was in the past, is still important. Meanwhile, Iglesias has continued his steady pitching on the bullpen’s backend. Based on the available players on the projected winter market, it feels as if Iglesias will be easier to replace. That will ring even truer if San Diego Padres closer Robert Suarez <a href="https://www.spotrac.com/mlb/free-agents/_/year/2026/team/sd/level/mlb" rel="noopener">opts out of his current contract.</a> If that happens, can the Braves reel him in?</p><h2><b>Robert Suarez would give the Braves one of MLB’s best closers</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Padres-closer-Robert-Suarez-1.jpg"><figcaption>Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>Most of <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-biggest-disappointment-after-missing-mlb-playoffs">the Braves’ core is returning.</a> Anthopoulos will likely exercise Albies’ and Sale’s options. Kim will likely stay put as well, as he could struggle to match what he’s making on his player option on the open market. Losing Ozuna would be a blow, but other free agent targets like Joc Pederson, Rhys Hoskins, Ryan O’Hearn, and Josh Bell could fill the open DH slot. Unless Anthopoulos and the new manager decide to use another bat, like veteran catcher Sean Murphy, in that role.</p><p>Replacing Iglesias would be tougher since the Braves don’t have a ready-made option. If Suarez elects not to opt out of his current deal, then resigning Iglesias would likely be the best course of action for Atlanta. Yet, it would be surprising to see Suarez pursue what is almost certainly a bigger contract coming his way. With the Braves, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/san-diego-padres/padres-news-robert-suarez-does-something-not-seen-since-2022-in-game-3-vs-cubs">Suarez could be the missing piece</a> to yet another potential postseason contender.</p><p>It feels as if the team Anthopoulos has put together has a few more playoff runs in it. It’s certainly possible that they can once again return to the postseason in 2026, considering the number of factors that led to the Braves’ regression this past season. If Atlanta can lure in an <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/san-diego-padres/padres-news-robert-suarez-shares-main-goal-padres-amid-tight-nl-west-race">elite closer like Suarez,</a> then their path back to October might just be a bit smoother next year. Especially if their star-laden lineup can get back into its previous contending form.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

1 free agent Braves must pursue this offseason

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-ex-cubs-skipper-david-ross-tosses-hat-ring-replace-brian-snitker');   ga('set', 'title', 'Ex-Cubs skipper David Ross tosses hat in ring to replace Braves’ Brian Snitker');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Oct-1-2023-Milwaukee-Wisconsin-USA-Chicago-Cubs-manager-David-Ross-looks-on-from-the-dugout.jpg"><figcaption>© Benny Sieu-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><h1>Ex-Cubs skipper David Ross tosses hat in ring to replace Braves’ Brian Snitker</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-10-03T09:28:40-07:00">October 3rd, 9:28am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-10-03T09:28:40-07:00">October 3rd, 9:28am</time><address><a href="https://linktr.ee/colinloughran">Colin Loughran</a>Colin Loughran is a NYC-based Associate Editor at ClutchPoints. He has spent several years covering sports and has worked for outlets such as the New York Post, AP Radio, and FanSided. Colin is also a three-time NYSBA award winner and a proud graduate of Fordham University.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Atlanta Braves</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>Former Chicago Cubs manager <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/mlb-stories/mlb-news-ex-cubs-skipper-david-ross-managing-opportunity">David Ross recently expressed interest in managing again,</a> and he told the Associated Press that he would relish the opportunity <a href="https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/46471050/ex-braves-catcher-ross-interested-being-atlanta-manager" rel="noopener">to take over</a> for Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker.</p><p>“David Ross, the former Atlanta catcher and Chicago Cubs manager, said Thursday that he’s ready to manage again and said returning to the dugout with the Braves “would be amazing.”,” the Associated Press wrote.</p><p>“In an interview with The Associated Press, Ross declined to say much about his interest in the Braves without knowing if he’ll be on the list of candidates to replace Brian Snitker.”</p><p>Ross spent 15 seasons in MLB and won two World Series titles as a player. He managed the Cubs from 2020 to 2023 and led the club to a 262-284 record during that time.</p><p>The Georgia native played for the Braves from 2009 to 2012, and is optimistic that his name could be among the list of candidates suited to succeed Snitker, who led Atlanta to 811 wins, 6 National League East crowns, 1 wild-card berth, and the 2021 World Series title across his 10 seasons as manager.</p><p>“Obviously, Atlanta would be amazing, but there’s nothing to really elaborate on,” Ross said, adding he realized he has been mentioned in speculative lists. I don’t want to talk about something that doesn’t have any legs yet. Hopefully, my name pops up, but we will wait and see on that.”</p><p>The Braves finished 76-87 this season, and failed to make the playoffs for the first time since 2017.</p><p>Former Braves infielder Mark DeRosa, Cubs bench coach Ryan Flaherty, and former Marlins manager Skip Schumaker are each also possible candidates <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-rumors-insider-reveals-boxes-brian-snitkers-replacement-must-check">to become Atlanta’s new skipper in 2026.</a></p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Ex-Cubs skipper David Ross tosses hat in ring to replace Braves’ Brian Snitker

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A lifelong sports lover, Jackson is a die-hard fan of all Atlanta teams. He joined ClutchPoints in 2023.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Atlanta Braves</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>It’s been a <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-brian-snitker-breaks-silence-stepping-down-as-manager">busy few days for the Atlanta Braves</a> in the aftermath of their 2025 season coming to an unceremonious end without a playoff appearance to show for it. On Wednesday, manager <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-rumors-insider-reveals-boxes-brian-snitkers-replacement-must-check">Brian Snitker announced</a> that he would be stepping down from the role but would be accepting an advisory job with the team, necessitating a search for the team’s next leader of the clubhouse.</p><p>Furthermore, the team also has plenty of roster decisions to make this offseason, and on Thursday, they <a href="https://x.com/grantmcauley/status/1973873022802276398" rel="noopener">got some news</a> about one of their players.</p><p>“#Braves OF Jarred Kelenic elected free agency, ending an elaborate trade gambit that did not pan out for Atlanta,” reported Grant McAuley of 92.9 The Game on X, formerly Twitter.</p><p>Kelenic was one of the many Braves players who performed below expectations this year, resulting in the first Braves season in which the team missed the playoffs since all the way back in 2017.</p><p>The Braves also dealt with plenty of injuries this season, particularly among the pitching staff, but that still didn’t take away from the major regression that the team saw up and down its roster in 2025.</p><p>Of course, the candidate that the team selects as its next manager will also be vitally important moving forward, as Snitker at times drew the ire of the fanbase for his seemingly bizarre lineup and pitching decisions, as well as some of the additions that he made to his coaching staff.</p><p>No leading candidate has been announced in the search yet, but some names have been floated in the media.</p><p>In any case, there is a very good chance that both the Braves’ roster and its management staff could look vastly different once the new season gets underway in March of 2026. For now, Atlanta will be forced to sit back and watch the playoffs from home for the first time in nearly a decade.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Braves Jarred Kelenic headed for free agency after rough season

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-rumors-insider-reveals-boxes-brian-snitkers-replacement-must-check');   ga('set', 'title', 'Braves rumors: Insider reveals boxes Brian Snitker’s replacement must check');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Snitker-vs-the-Cubs.jpg"><figcaption>Brett Davis-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><h1>Braves rumors: Insider reveals boxes Brian Snitker’s replacement must check</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-10-02T09:00:40-07:00">October 2nd, 9:00am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-10-02T09:00:40-07:00">October 2nd, 9:00am</time><address><a>Jackson Stone</a>Jackson Stone is a Mercer University alum from Atlanta who graduated with a BA in communications. A lifelong sports lover, Jackson is a die-hard fan of all Atlanta teams. He joined ClutchPoints in 2023.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Atlanta Braves</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>On Wednesday, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-brian-snitker-done-manager-not-leaving-atlanta">Atlanta Braves manager</a> Brian Snitker announced his retirement following the team’s disastrous 2025 season, which culminated in them not making the playoffs for the first time since 2017. Still, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-brian-snitker-breaks-silence-stepping-down-as-manager">Snitker’s announcement</a> drew an outpouring of love from the baseball world for his commitment to the organization, and he will remain on board with the Braves in an advisory role moving forward.</p><p>Thus begins the search for a new manager for the Braves, and recently, Braves insider Grant McAuley stopped by 92.9 The Game to share what he thinks the team should be looking for<a href="https://www.audacy.com/929thegame/sports/atlanta-braves/braves-next-manager-must-fit-continuity-and-maintain-culture" rel="noopener"> in potential candidates.</a></p><p>“You look at how much change over happens, multiple managers inside seasons for teams, multiple years and consecutive years of firing or releasing or dismissing managers and just not really being able to find that continuity, so that I think is at the focal point of what the Braves search is about is how can they create the continuity and maintain the culture that they’ve created that Brian Snitker was a big part of,” said McAuley.</p><p>The Braves might not want to maintain the exact culture they’ve had with Snitker over the last few years, as the team has not won a playoff series since their 2021 World Series.</p><p>Audacy reported that “Early names that have been circulating as possible candidates to be the Braves’ next manager are Walt Weiss, Bruce Bochy, Mark DeRosa, David Ross, and Tony Vitello.”</p><h2><b>A big decision for the Braves</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Atlanta-Braves-manager-Brian-Snitker.jpg"><figcaption>Brett Davis-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>The Atlanta Braves reached the pinnacle of the sport in 2021, hoisting a World Series trophy that year, but unfortunately, things have gone downhill since then for the team, culminating in them missing the postseason altogether in 2025.</p><p>Atlanta spent most of this year dealing with both injuries and major regression from up and down the roster, and the result was a turbulent season filled with trade rumors and angst from the fanbase.</p><p>Whoever the team hires as its next manager will be inheriting a talented roster but one that tends to underperform when the lights are brightest, which isn’t ideal.</p><p>There’s no word yet on when the Braves are expected to make their decision.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Braves rumors: Insider reveals boxes Brian Snitker’s replacement must check

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-brian-snitker-breaks-silence-stepping-down-as-manager');   ga('set', 'title', 'Brian Snitker breaks silence on stepping down as Braves manager');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Snitker-coaches.jpg"><figcaption>Geoff Burke-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><h1>Brian Snitker breaks silence on stepping down as Braves manager</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-10-01T10:31:33-07:00">October 1st, 10:31am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-10-01T10:31:33-07:00">October 1st, 10:31am</time><address><a>Jackson Stone</a>Jackson Stone is a Mercer University alum from Atlanta who graduated with a BA in communications. A lifelong sports lover, Jackson is a die-hard fan of all Atlanta teams. He joined ClutchPoints in 2023.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Atlanta Braves</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>On Wednesday, it was announced that Atlanta Braves manager <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-brian-snitker-done-manager-not-leaving-atlanta">Brian Snitker would not be</a> returning to the team moving forward. Snitker <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-brian-snitker-retirement-decision">coached the Braves to seven straight</a> playoff appearances from 2018-2024 and won a World Series with the team in 2021, but ultimately missed out on the postseason this year.</p><p>Shortly after the news was announced, Snitker <a href="https://x.com/MLBNetwork/status/1973407600533205049" rel="noopener">held a press conference</a> and expressed nothing but gratitude toward the organization, players, and fans.</p><p>“It’s about the players. The relationships and the friendships that I’ll have the rest of my life… it’s so special,” said Snitker, per MLB Network on X, fomerly Twitter.</p><p>Snitker did confirm that he will remain onboard in an advisory role with the team, which will induct him into the organization’s Hall of Fame in 2026.</p><p>“I’m excited about this new role,” said Snitker. “…I did decide that this is the right move. If you wait to retire until you’re ready to retire, you never will. I figured that out.”</p><h2><b>The end of an era for the Braves</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Snitker-in-the-dugout.jpg"><figcaption>Jeff Curry-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>Snitker began as a fan favorite in Atlanta after being a lifer in the organization, ultimately working his way up to the manager position and helping guide the team to the 2025 World Series championship despite their best player, Ronald Acuna Jr., being out of the lineup that year with a torn ACL.</p><p>However, Snitker had begun to fall out of favor with the fanbase over the last couple of seasons with some bizarre lineup choices and a stubbornness in sticking to his ways despite certain situations calling for some flexibility. This year, the Braves suffered through their worst campaign in nearly a decade, missing out on the playoffs altogether.</p><p>Still, there’s no denying the positive impact that Brian Snitker made on the Atlanta Braves organization throughout his time there, and he rightfully will be inducted into the team’s Hall of Fame next season.</p><p>Now the search begins for a new manager to try to guide this Braves roster back to their championship contention heights before it’s too late.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Brian Snitker breaks silence on stepping down as Braves manager

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-brian-snitker-done-manager-not-leaving-atlanta');   ga('set', 'title', 'Braves’ Brian Snitker done as manager, but he’s not leaving Atlanta');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Braves-manager-Brian-Snitker-at-Pirates-game.jpg"><figcaption>Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><h1>Braves’ Brian Snitker done as manager, but he’s not leaving Atlanta</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-10-01T07:31:39-07:00">October 1st, 7:31am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-10-01T11:38:05-07:00">October 1st, 11:38am</time><address><a>Yasmin Edañol</a>Yasmin D.G. Edañol is a PhD candidate in Chemistry at the University of the Philippines Diliman, with a background in scientific research and publishing. He brings a data-driven perspective to sports storytelling as an Associate Editor at ClutchPoints, with a focus on the NBA. Whether it's breaking down a clutch play or a stat line, he believes every great moment has a deeper layer waiting to be uncovered.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Atlanta Braves</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>Brian Snitker is <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-brian-snitker-retirement-decision">stepping down as manager of the Atlanta Braves</a>, but he is not leaving the organization. The <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/why-the-atlanta-braves-must-win-the-2023-world-series">Brian Snitker era brought consistent success in the NL East</a> and unforgettable moments in the MLB postseason, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-insane-freddie-freeman-stat-makes-world-series-win-that-much-sweeter">highlighted by the 2021 World Series championship</a>. According to ESPN’s Jeff Passan, Snitker <a href="https://x.com/JeffPassan/status/1973389568582840632" rel="noopener">informed</a> the team of his decision yesterday and will remain with Atlanta as a senior advisor.</p><p>Snitker’s departure from the dugout closes a remarkable chapter in Braves history. He managed the team for nine full seasons. Over that span, he compiled a regular-season record of 811-668, good for a .548 winning percentage. Under his leadership, the Braves won six straight NL East titles from 2018 to 2023. They also reached the NLCS two times and delivered the franchise’s first championship in 26 years. Snitker was named the 2018 NL Manager of the Year. He also earned votes in several other seasons, reflecting the respect he commanded across baseball.</p><p>Snitker’s story is deeply tied to Atlanta. He joined the organization in 1977 as a minor league player and later served as a coach, instructor, and manager throughout the farm system. By the time he became Braves skipper in 2016, he had already logged nearly four decades in the system. His steady leadership and connection to players of all generations provided stability during years of change, transforming Atlanta into a perennial contender. For many fans, Snitker embodied the very identity of Braves baseball.</p><p>This move is not a farewell. By shifting into an advisory role, Snitker ensures his knowledge of player development and clubhouse culture will continue to shape the franchise. His decades of experience remain invaluable as the Braves plan for the future.</p><p>The team must now identify a new manager capable of building on his foundation. Expectations remain high in Atlanta, with a roster built to chase more NL East crowns and deeper MLB postseason runs. Whoever steps in will face both pressure and opportunity, with Snitker still offering guidance from behind the scenes.</p><p>For Atlanta, this transition marks both an ending and a continuation. Snitker’s title may change, but his presence within Braves baseball endures.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Braves’ Brian Snitker done as manager, but he’s not leaving Atlanta

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-brian-snitker-retirement-decision');   ga('set', 'title', 'Braves manager Brian Snitker admits ‘teetering on fence’ about retirement');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Brian-Snitker.jpg"><figcaption>Eric Hartline-Imagn Images.</figcaption></figure><h1>Braves manager Brian Snitker admits ‘teetering on fence’ about retirement</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-09-28T12:44:25-07:00">September 28th, 12:44pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-09-28T13:03:43-07:00">September 28th, 1:03pm</time><address><a>Josh Davis</a>Josh Davis is an Associate Editor at ClutchPoints with a focus on MLB. As the founder and creator of OutOfSightSports, Josh spearheads the development and expansion of an engaging social media platform, with a core focus on Twitter/X. A passionate sports writer, Josh is dedicated to delivering compelling content that connects fans and fuels vibrant sports conversations. His vision is to craft stories so vivid that fans feel like they’re standing at the plate or on the field.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Atlanta Braves</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Atlanta Braves, currently playing their final game of the 2025 MLB season against the Pittsburgh Pirates, face uncertainty about <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-brian-snitker-retirement-rumors-2025">the future of longtime manager Brian Snitker</a>, who recently admitted he is still considering retirement.</p><p>In a post on ESPN.com by the Associated Press, Snitker explained his <a href="https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/46410557/long-braves-manager-brian-snitker-unsure-future" rel="noopener">thought process and the difficulty</a> of making such a personal choice.</p><p>“I’ve teetered on the fence (about retirement),” The Braves manager said. “I’ve never been through this before. I wasn’t sure how to navigate it. I’ve talked to a lot of people who have been through it who got some good advice. I’ve just tried to stay in the moment and focus on today … As we’re sitting here right now, I still feel good.”</p><p>The timing of the comments comes after a disappointing season, with the Braves at 75-86 and set to miss the postseason for the first time since 2017. They could still finish with 76 wins if they take their final game today, and Snitker highlighted the team’s late-season fight, including a September winning streak, as a sign of resilience.</p><p><a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-rumors-why-brian-snitker-expected-retire">Snitker’s possible retirement</a> would mark the end of an era. Since taking over in 2016, he has become one of the most respected MLB managers, guiding the Braves to six straight NL East titles and a 2021 World Series crown. The 69-year-old’s connection to the franchise runs deep, beginning in 1977 as a minor league player before moving into coaching and eventually the manager’s role.</p><p>For the Braves, the decision has significant implications. If Snitker retires, the front office must seek a new voice to lead a roster in transition. If he returns, the team gains continuity from a manager who has guided them through both rebuilding years and championship runs.</p><p>His decision will also shape how the Braves approach the offseason, from potential free-agent signings to developing younger talent. The stability or change at manager directly impacts Atlanta’s direction in a competitive NL East heading into 2026.</p><p>Regardless of his decision, Snitker’s five decades with the organization ensure he will remain a central figure. His future, whether retirement or return, stands as one of the defining storylines of the 2026 MLB offseason.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Braves manager Brian Snitker admits ‘teetering on fence’ about retirement

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-biggest-disappointment-after-missing-mlb-playoffs');   ga('set', 'title', 'Braves’ biggest disappointment after missing MLB playoffs');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Garrett-Kerman.jpg"></figure><h1>Braves’ biggest disappointment after missing MLB playoffs</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-09-27T13:14:24-07:00">September 27th, 1:14pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-09-27T13:14:24-07:00">September 27th, 1:14pm</time><address><a>Garrett Kerman</a>Garrett Kerman also goes by the name of The Fight Analyst. He covers all combat sports, from MMA, to boxing, to even bare-knuckle. He is also very well-versed in all American sports when it comes to news and betting analysis. Whether you want betting advice or some breaking news, Garrett is your guy.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Atlanta Braves</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Atlanta Braves’ 2024 season will go down as one of the most perplexing campaigns in recent franchise history. Despite boasting one of the most talented rosters in baseball on paper, the Braves fell short of their championship aspirations, missing the playoffs for what many considered the first time in years. While injuries certainly played a significant role in their struggles, the organization’s biggest disappointment wasn’t found in the trainer’s room—it was in their complete offensive collapse and the systematic failure to adapt when adversity struck.</p><h2>The Vanishing Act of a Championship-Caliber Offense</h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Atlanta-Braves-outfielder-Ronald-Acuna-Jr-2.jpg"><figcaption>Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>The most jarring aspect of <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-atlanta-completes-bonkers-mlb-history-9-games-in-the-making">Atlanta’s disappointing season</a> was witnessing one of baseball’s most feared lineups transform into an offensive afterthought. After setting MLB records with 307 home runs in 2023 and becoming the first team in history to post a team slugging percentage above .500, the Braves’ offense became virtually unwatchable by 2024.</p><p>The decline was both swift and devastating. Following Ronald Acuña Jr.’s injury on May 26, 2024, the Braves transformed from a potential championship contender into one of baseball’s most frustrating teams to watch. From that point forward, Atlanta ranked as a bottom-ten offense despite having what should have been adequate talent to compete. The numbers paint a grim picture: the Braves finished 21st in batting average, 19th in wRC+, and had the ninth-highest strikeout percentage in baseball during the crucial stretch after Acuña’s injury.</p><p>What made this collapse particularly infuriating was that the underlying metrics suggested the talent was still there. Atlanta posted the second-highest average exit velocity and barrel rate in baseball, yet somehow managed to be among the league’s worst in actual production. This disconnect between process and results revealed a fundamental flaw in the team’s approach at the plate—they were swinging harder but making less contact, prioritizing power over situational hitting in a way that proved counterproductive.</p><p>The offensive struggles weren’t limited to 2024 either. By 2025, the problems had metastasized into a full-blown crisis. The Braves entered their disappointing 2025 campaign hitting a paltry .137/.238/.220 as a team through their first six games, representing the worst marks in all three categories across Major League Baseball. More tellingly, they managed just nine total runs through six games, with the rest of the team going 0-for-30 with runners in scoring position while Marcell Ozuna provided the only bright spot at 1-for-4 with three walks in those situations.</p><h2>Star Players Failing to Meet Championship Standards</h2><p>Perhaps no disappointment was more emblematic of Atlanta’s struggles than the simultaneous regression of their core position players. Matt Olson and Austin Riley, two cornerstones of the franchise’s future, both experienced significant drops in production that crippled the team’s championship hopes.</p><p>Riley’s 2024 season perfectly encapsulated the Braves’ broader issues. After averaging 36 home runs, 99 RBIs, and a 6.2 WAR per season from 2021-2023, Riley’s production plummeted to just 19 home runs and 56 RBIs in 110 games before a broken hand ended his season. His .256 batting average and 115 OPS+ represented a significant step backward for a player who had finished in the top seven of National League MVP voting in each of the three previous seasons. What made Riley’s struggles particularly frustrating was that his underlying metrics remained strong—he posted career-best marks in average exit velocity and hard-hit rate, suggesting the talent was still there but the results weren’t materializing.</p><p>Olson’s inconsistency proved equally problematic for Atlanta’s championship aspirations. Despite posting respectable overall numbers, Olson’s feast-or-famine approach became a microcosm of the team’s broader offensive philosophy gone wrong. His first-half struggles in 2024, where he hit .230/.309/.405 with just 14 home runs and 44 RBIs, left the Braves scrambling for offensive production when they needed it most. While Olson improved significantly in the second half (.271/.366/.530 with 16 homers and 54 RBIs), the early-season struggles had already damaged Atlanta’s playoff positioning.</p><p>The regression of these franchise cornerstones wasn’t just about individual performance—it represented a systematic failure of the organization’s player development and in-game management. Both players showed flashes of their previous elite form, but the coaching staff appeared unable to help them maintain consistency throughout the season.</p><h2>Organizational Philosophy and Management Missteps</h2><p>Beyond the statistical disappointments lay a more troubling issue: the Braves’ apparent inability to adapt their organizational philosophy when faced with adversity. Manager Brian Snitker, despite his track record of success, found himself under increasing scrutiny as the team’s struggles mounted.</p><p>The most glaring example of this inflexibility was the team’s continued adherence to an all-or-nothing offensive approach even when it clearly wasn’t working. Despite leading baseball in swing percentage on strikes in both 2023 and 2024, the Braves saw dramatically different results between those seasons. In 2024, they had the worst contact percentage on pitches in the strike zone among all teams that made the playoffs, yet there appeared to be little adjustment from the coaching staff to address this fundamental flaw.</p><p>Snitker’s handling of player discipline also raised questions about organizational standards. The controversy surrounding Jarred Kelenic’s failure to hustle on a fly ball, and the perceived double standard compared to how similar incidents involving Ronald Acuña Jr. were handled in the past, exposed potential fractures within the clubhouse. When Acuña publicly called out the inconsistent treatment via social media, it revealed deeper issues with communication and leadership that went beyond simple on-field performance.</p><p>The bullpen construction represented another significant organizational failure. Despite knowing that relief pitching had been a weakness, the front office’s inability to adequately address these concerns left the team vulnerable in crucial situations throughout both 2024 and 2025. The Braves found themselves relying on struggling relievers like Dane Dunning and Dylan Lee in high-leverage situations, with predictably poor results.</p><p>Perhaps most damaging was the organization’s apparent lack of contingency planning for the injury issues that have plagued the team for multiple seasons. While no team could have fully prepared for the extent of injuries Atlanta faced, the shallow bench depth and lack of viable internal replacements exposed fundamental flaws in roster construction. The Braves had become overly dependent on their core stars without developing adequate depth to weather the inevitable storms of a 162-game season.</p><p>The 2024 Atlanta Braves season will be remembered not for the injuries that derailed their championship hopes, but for the organizational failures that prevented them from maximizing their remaining talent. The biggest disappointment wasn’t that Ronald Acuña Jr. got hurt or that Spencer Strider missed most of the season—it was that a franchise with championship expectations failed to adapt, adjust, or overcome when adversity struck. In a sport where the best teams find ways to win despite setbacks, the Braves proved they were simply not built for sustained success when everything didn’t go according to plan.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Braves’ biggest disappointment after missing MLB playoffs

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As the founder and creator of OutOfSightSports, Josh spearheads the development and expansion of an engaging social media platform, with a core focus on Twitter/X. A passionate sports writer, Josh is dedicated to delivering compelling content that connects fans and fuels vibrant sports conversations. His vision is to craft stories so vivid that fans feel like they’re standing at the plate or on the field.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Atlanta Braves</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>With only two games left in what has been frustrating 2025 season, the <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-atlanta-roster-moves-doubleheader-nationals">Atlanta Braves made a pair of strategic roster moves</a> focused on long-term development. On Saturday morning, the team announced it had recalled left-hander Hayden Harris and optioned rookie right-hander Hurston Waldrep to Triple-A Gwinnett.</p><p>The team took to its official X, formerly known as Twitter, <a href="https://x.com/Braves/status/1971951434813100393" rel="noopener">announcing</a> the pitching roster news at the end of a disappointing 2025 campaign.</p><p>“The #Braves today recalled LHP Hayden Harris to Atlanta and optioned RHP Hurston Waldrep.”</p><p>The demotion of Waldrep comes after a standout rookie campaign following his promotion to MLB in early June 2024. The 23-year-old right-hander finished with a 6-1 record, 2.88 ERA, and 55 strikeouts across 10 appearances in the 2025 season. Used in both starting and relief roles, the right-handed rookie quickly emerged as a long-term asset in the Braves’ rotation plans. The move likely serves to manage his workload and keep him fresh for spring training.</p><p>On the other side of the transaction, the recalling of Harris gives the 25-year-old another opportunity to showcase his potential. The southpaw has made three MLB appearances this season, posting a 3.38 ERA, and the call-up offers one final chance to earn a spot before the conclusion of the season.</p><p>Steady in the minors, Harris could provide valuable left-handed depth heading into 2026. His performance over the weekend could help finalize internal evaluations as the Braves assess their left-handed relief options moving forward.</p><p>Injuries to Ronald Acuna Jr. and Spencer Strider played a major role in the Braves’ 2025 struggles. Acuna missed the first two months while recovering from a torn ACL suffered in 2024, then lost additional time to a midseason calf strain. Strider returned in April after missing all of 2024 due to UCL surgery but was sidelined again just days later with a hamstring injury.</p><p>With the regular season wrapping up, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-rumors-the-16-million-player-definitely-staying-in-2026">the Braves are already looking ahead</a>—laying the groundwork for a stronger push in the 2026 MLB season.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Braves make 2 roster moves during final weekend of season

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-michael-harris-ii-20-20-club-pirates');   ga('set', 'title', 'Braves’ Michael Harris II joins 20/20 club with bomb vs. Pirates');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Atlanta-Braves-outfielder-Michael-Harris-II.jpg"><figcaption>Mandatory Credit: Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><h1>Braves’ Michael Harris II joins 20/20 club with bomb vs. Pirates</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-09-26T21:11:50-07:00">September 26th, 9:11pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-09-26T22:22:35-07:00">September 26th, 10:22pm</time><address><a>Abdullah Imran</a>Abdullah Imran works as an Associate Editor for All Sports at ClutchPoints. He’s been a sports fan his entire life and enjoys writing about every sport. He has spent three years in sports journalism and loves analyzing games. In his free time, he very much enjoys binge-watching shows and playing video games.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Atlanta Braves</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>Atlanta Braves outfielder <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-michael-harris-walks-streak">Michael Harris II reached a major career milestone</a> on Friday night, <a href="https://x.com/ClutchPoints/status/1971745352421413191" rel="noopener">launching his 20th home run</a> of the 2025 season against the Pittsburgh Pirates to complete his first-ever 20/20 campaign.</p><figure class="op-interactive"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">This HR by Michael Harris II gives him his first career 20 HR/20 SB season 🙌 </p><p> <a href="https://t.co/f9F8dXEZHo">pic.twitter.com/f9F8dXEZHo</a></p><p>— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) <a href="https://twitter.com/ClutchPoints/status/1971745352421413191?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 27, 2025</a></p></blockquote><p><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></p></figure><p>The 24-year-old Stockbridge High School alum hit the homer in the bottom of the sixth inning off Pirates reliever Mike Burrows, a 407-foot blast that evened his totals with 20 stolen bases this season. Harris had previously racked up 20 stolen bases in three of his four major league seasons, and he needs just one more before the year ends to set a new career high.</p><p>Harris’ 20/20 milestone places him among an exclusive company in Braves history. He is just the 12th player in franchise history to reach 20 home runs and 20 stolen bases in a single season. He joins active Braves stars Ronald Acuna Jr. (2019, 2023) and Ozzie Albies (2021) in this achievement.</p><p>Before Friday, Harris had come close twice, hitting 19 home runs with 20 steals in his 2022 rookie season and 18 home runs with 20 steals in 2023. Although his .247/.267/.407 slash line is his lowest so far. Harris has maintained a strong defense and successful base-stealing.</p><p>The Braves, however, stumbled offensively and lost 9-3 to the Pirates at Truist Park. Atlanta went 0-for-9 with runners in scoring position, and the only other run outside of solo homers came via an RBI double from catcher Drake Baldwin in the seventh, scoring Acuna.</p><p>The Braves’ offense found brief momentum, with Acuna tallying three hits and a walk, and Matt Olson hitting his 29th home run of the season in the first inning, moving one shy of his fifth thirty-homer campaign.</p><p>Atlanta’s pitching staff faced difficulties throughout the game. Starter Joey Wentz, acquired off waivers from the Minnesota Twins in July, allowed four earned runs over four innings while allowing eight hits and two walks with three strikeouts. Wentz had previously pitched in relief for the Pirates earlier in the season before being claimed by Minnesota, and he finished the year with a 4.92 ERA over 13 starts with Atlanta.</p><p>The bullpen, consisting of Hunter Stratton, Joel Payamps, Dylan Dodd, and Pierce Johnson, largely stabilized the game, aside from a three-run homer by Pirates slugger Spencer Horwitz, who also added a solo shot earlier in the seventh.</p><p>This season has been a seesaw for Atlanta. After opening 0-7, the team fought through injuries and inconsistencies, including a midseason 10-game win streak, but ultimately finished 75-85, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-atlanta-completes-bonkers-mlb-history-9-games-in-the-making">missing the postseason for the first time since 2017</a>.</p><p>Friday’s loss was the beginning of their final weekend series against the Pirates, with rain causing a 49-minute delay in the seventh inning. The Braves’ pitching rotation saw heavy usage this year, including 18 players starting and a pending 19th with Charlie Morton tapped for Sunday.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Braves’ Michael Harris II joins 20/20 club with bomb vs. Pirates

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-atlanta-claims-alek-manoah-blue-jays-release');   ga('set', 'title', 'Braves claim Alek Manoah after Blue Jays release');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Blue-Jays-hurler-Alek-Manoah-throws-a-pitch-in-spring-training.jpg"><figcaption>Mike Watters-USA TODAY Sports</figcaption></figure><h1>Braves claim Alek Manoah after Blue Jays release</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-09-26T12:05:24-07:00">September 26th, 12:05pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-09-26T12:05:24-07:00">September 26th, 12:05pm</time><address><a>Malik Brown</a>Malik Brown is a multimedia reporter based in Atlanta who covers the Hawks and Dream for ClutchPoints. Malik has worked in entertainment and sports, and he specializes in the NBA and NFL.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Atlanta Braves</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Atlanta <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-charlie-morton-earns-harsh-nickname-rough-2025-campaign">Braves did not have the season they expected</a> this year, but they are already making moves to improve their roster for the future. After the Toronto Blue Jays cut ties with Alek Manoah, the Braves decided to <a href="https://x.com/dobrienatl/status/1971646733903081861?s=46&amp;t=YAm5wwmcnC6J27chz4RDIQ" rel="noopener">claim him off waivers</a>, according to David O’Brien of The Athletic.</p><p>“Braves claimed RHP Alek Manoah off waivers from the Toronto Blue Jays. To make room on the 40-man roster, Atlanta transferred INF Ozzie Albies to the 60-day injured list,” O’Brien wrote on X, formerly Twitter.</p><p>Manoah spent most of his time this season rehabbing from Tommy John surgery and trying to get back in the major leagues. This year, his final seven starts came from Triple-A Buffalo, as he pitched to a 2.97 ERA over 33.1 innings.</p><p><i>More on this story to come.</i></p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Braves claim Alek Manoah after Blue Jays release

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-charlie-morton-earns-harsh-nickname-rough-2025-campaign');   ga('set', 'title', 'Braves’ Charlie Morton earns unfortunate nickname after rough 2025 campaign');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Braves-formerly-Tigers-pitcher-Charlie-Morton.jpg"><figcaption>© Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><h1>Braves’ Charlie Morton earns unfortunate nickname after rough 2025 campaign</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-09-26T11:38:12-07:00">September 26th, 11:38am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-09-26T11:38:12-07:00">September 26th, 11:38am</time><address><a>Yasmin Edañol</a>Yasmin D.G. Edañol is a PhD candidate in Chemistry at the University of the Philippines Diliman, with a background in scientific research and publishing. He brings a data-driven perspective to sports storytelling as an Associate Editor at ClutchPoints, with a focus on the NBA. Whether it's breaking down a clutch play or a stat line, he believes every great moment has a deeper layer waiting to be uncovered.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Atlanta Braves</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Atlanta Braves <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-atlanta-claims-charlie-morton-will-he-pitch-before-season-ends">recently acquired Charlie Morton after the Tigers released him</a>, but he has not yet appeared for Atlanta. Morton’s 2025 season was so uneven that it saddled him with an <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6663004/2025/09/26/mlb-awards-2025-mvp-cy-young-rookies/?source=emp_shared_article" rel="noopener">unfortunate nickname</a>: “Cy Yuk.” For a respected veteran, the label feels harsh, yet his numbers made it nearly unavoidable. <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/detroit-tigers/tigers-news-how-charlie-morton-trade-turned-unmitigated-disaster">His struggles affected two American League clubs</a>, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/detroit-tigers/tigers-trade-orioles-charlie-morton">first the Orioles and later the Tigers</a>, before he found himself in the Braves’ hands. Braves fans now watch to see if Morton rebounds or if they remember him as the pitcher who derailed two hopeful seasons.</p><p>Baltimore had signed him with expectations of veteran stability. Instead, his first month was disastrous. Morton went 0-6 with a 9.45 ERA in April, with the Orioles outscored 56-16 across his six starts. He ranked last in the AL in ERA, WHIP, and runs allowed. Opponents teed off against him, and the Orioles’ season never recovered. He regrouped by late May, posting a 7-1 record with a 3.88 ERA that at least made him tradable. That’s when the Tigers came calling.</p><p>Detroit initially saw encouraging results. Morton gave them quality outings, going 2-2 with a 3.63 ERA in his first four starts. At the time, he looked capable of being their Game 2 or Game 3 postseason starter. But from August 26 forward, everything unraveled. He made five starts, Detroit lost every one, and Morton carried an 11.65 ERA in that stretch. Opposing hitters batted .329 and slugged .611, and the Tigers’ 10.5-game lead in the division collapsed. By September, they had fallen apart in the AL Central race.</p><p>The Tigers released Charlie Morton, and the Braves stepped in, hoping there is still some life left in his arm. He has yet to pitch for Atlanta, but his story already feels like one of the strangest arcs of 2025. The “Cy Yuk” tag is not how Morton wanted this season to be remembered, yet for the Orioles and the Tigers, it became impossible to escape. The Braves may represent his last chance to flip the script.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Braves’ Charlie Morton earns unfortunate nickname after rough 2025 campaign

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-ozzie-albies-lands-il-season-winds-down');   ga('set', 'title', 'Braves’ Ozzie Albies lands on IL as season winds down');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Braves-Ozzie-Ablies-with-manager.jpg"><figcaption>© Brett Davis-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><h1>Braves’ Ozzie Albies lands on IL as season winds down</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-09-23T09:45:52-07:00">September 23rd, 9:45am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-09-23T09:46:34-07:00">September 23rd, 9:46am</time><address><a>Benjamin Adducchio</a>Benjamin Adducchio is a journalist and writer with more than a decade of experience in covering sports news. Ben is a passionate sports fan who loves college football, basketball, and the New York Yankees.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Atlanta Braves</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p><a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-ozzie-albies-suffers-bone-injury-nationals-game">Atlanta Braves infielder Ozzie Albies is dealing with an injury</a>. Albies is <a href="https://x.com/Braves/status/1970503849220637111" rel="noopener">headed to the injured list</a> with just a handful of games left in the season, per the team. He is dealing with a fractured left hamate. <a href="https://apnews.com/article/braves-ozzie-albies-dc62c704d97d8b6fdc30deb2db5d5b93" rel="noopener">The hamate is a bone</a> located in the wrist.</p><p>“He felt something in there that was an impingement,” Braves manager Brian Snitker said about the injury on Monday night, per, the Associated Press. “(Head athletic trainer) George (Poulos) said ‘That’s kind of your hamate area.’ It was (on the swing) that he felt it and then (Poulos) said ‘Try and dry swing before you go back up there’ and (Albies) said ‘I need to shut it down.’”</p><p>This season, Albies is hitting .240 with 16 home runs. <a href="https://www.mlb.com/news/ozzie-albies-exits-with-hand-injury-in-braves-game-vs-nationals" rel="noopener">His season is essentially over</a>, as the club is missing the postseason.</p><p>“He’s such a spark plug, not only for our lineup, but in our clubhouse,” Braves pitcher Chris Sale said, per MLB.com. “For someone who comes in every day and genuinely loves the game and loves being around teammates and always has such a positive attitude, it’s a tough blow to see something like this happen to him.”</p><p>The Braves are recalling infielder Brett Wisely, to fill the spot on the roster. Atlanta has won nine games in a row. It is the first time since 2023 that the club put together nine victories in a row.</p><h2><b>Braves are red-hot as the season ends</b></h2><p>Atlanta has a 74-83 record on the season. The <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-atlanta-completes-bonkers-mlb-history-9-games-in-the-making">Braves’ winning-streak has brought a lot of good will</a> to the club and their fans, as the season nears its end.</p><p>The club is scoring runs at a rapid pace right now. In a recent three-game sweep of the American League’s Detroit Tigers, Atlanta scored 22 total runs in those games. The club scored 11 more in a 11-5 victory Monday over the Washington Nationals. Albies left that game following his injury.</p><p>The Braves play the Nationals again on Tuesday night, trying to earn their 10th consecutive victory.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Braves’ Ozzie Albies lands on IL as season winds down

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He now writes about sports instead as a form of therapy.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Atlanta Braves</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/mlb-stories/nl-playoff-picture-could-the-final-wild-card-spot-come-down-to-a-tiebreaker">Atlanta Braves are going to miss the playoffs</a> in 2025, snapping their seven-year postseason streak. A lot of their key players have underperformed, and in the end, they weren’t even close to threatening for a playoff spot. But their end to the 2025 season bodes well for their chances at redemption in 2026, as they extended their current winning streak to nine games following an 11-5 win over the Washington Nationals on Monday.</p><p>Just to put in perspective how bad the Braves have been this year, especially in comparison to where they are during their hot streak, this nine-game hot streak has only improved their record to 74-83 — 6.5 games back of the third and final NL Wild Card spot with five games to go in the season.</p><p>But this nine-game winning streak has shown that the Braves still have so much talent and that the league still better watch out for them in 2026. They made history in the process after all, with OptaSTATS revealing on X (formerly Twitter) that <a href="https://x.com/OptaSTATS/status/1970327132246016028" rel="noopener">no other team</a> in MLB history has gone on a nine-game winning streak without committing an error, scoring fewer than five runs or allowing more than five runs during that span other than the 2025 Braves.</p><p>This streak has seen the Braves be at their dominant best; their run differential of <a href="https://www.statmuse.com/mlb/ask/mlb-best-run-differential-since-september-14-2025" rel="noopener">plus-46</a> during that win streak is the best in MLB, with the second-closest team, the red-hot Seattle Mariners, trailing by 20 runs (plus-26).</p><p>It’s not like the Braves have only been beating up on bad teams; while five of their nine wins have come against the Nationals, three came against the Detroit Tigers and one came against the Houston Astros — with Atlanta playing spoiler in the latter two teams’ plans to win their respective divisions.</p><p>It is better late than never, as the old adage goes, and the Braves have certainly taken that to heart.</p><h2><b>Braves set themselves up for bounce-back 2026</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/CS.jpg"><figcaption>Brett Davis-Imagn Images.</figcaption></figure><p>The Braves have built a sustainable contending team with Ronald Acuna Jr. at the center of their position player core and a resurgent Chris Sale fronting their rotation. And there is plenty of talent up and down the roster, with Matt Olson posting another 5+ WAR season, and the likes of Drake Baldwin, Sean Murphy, Austin Riley, and <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-michael-harris-walks-streak">Michael Harris II having strong finishes</a> to the season.</p><p>Meanwhile, on the pitching side of things, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/atlanta-braves/braves-news-spencer-strider-rotation-update">Spencer Strider is a prime bounce-back candidate</a>; he is in his first year back from Tommy John surgery, so perhaps he’ll be better in 2026 once he moves further away from that injury problem.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

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