Bobby Cox, legendary Atlanta Braves manager and Baseball Hall of Famer, dies at 84
The Atlanta Braves announced Bobby Cox, who led the team to 14 straight divisional titles and 1995 World Series, has died. Cox was 84.
When you think of the great Atlanta Braves players, there’s Hank, Dale, Chipper and the three big pitchers, but when it comes to manager, there’s only one name: Bobby Cox. Cox has died at the age of 84, the Braves announced on Saturday. We’ll have tributes to the skipper and reaction from Braves community and fans, on Channel 2 Action News at 6:00 p.
m. and WSB Tonight at 11 p. m.
“We are overcome with emotion on the passing of Bobby Cox, our treasured skipper. 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,” Braves said in a statement. “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.
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