Braves, Blue Jays Hall of Fame Manager Dies at 84
The Atlanta Braves announced the death of Hall of Fame manager Bobby Cox, the winningest manager in franchise history who led the team to five pennants and a World Series championship in 25 seasons. “We are overcome with emotion on the passing of Bobby Cox, our treasured skipper,” the Braves announced in a statement. “Bobby was the best manager to ever wear a Braves uniform.
He led our team to 14 straight division titles, five National League pennants, and the unforgettable World Series title in 1995. His Braves managerial legacy will never be matched. “Bobby was a favorite among all in the baseball community, especially those who played for him.
His wealth of knowledge on player development and the intricacies of managing the game were rewarded with the sport’s ultimate prize in 2014 – enshrinement into the Baseball Hall of Fame. ” “And while Bobby’s passion for the game was unparalleled, his love of baseball was exceeded only by his love for his family. It is with the heaviest of hearts that we send our sincerest condolences to his beloved wife, Pam, and their loving children and grandchildren.
” MORE: Blue Jays demote outfielder with . 423 batting average Cox also managed the Toronto Blue Jays from 1982-85, leading the team to 99 wins and a postseason berth in his final season before he was named the Braves’ general manager in 1986. More to come on this story.