Former Braves manager Bobby Cox passes away at 84

ATLANTA - OCTOBER 11: Manager Bobby Cox #6 of the Atlanta Braves waves to the crowd after the Braves were defeated by the San Francisco Giants 3-2 during Game Four of the NLDS of the 2010 MLB Playoffs on October 11, 2010 at Turner Field in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images) | Getty Images A tough week for the Atlanta Braves in terms of franchise history and luminaries just got even tougher, as the franchise will now have to mourn the loss of yet another massive figure in the organization. Just days after the passing of legendary owner Ted Turner, former Braves manager and Baseball Hall of Famer Bobby Cox has passed away at the age of 84.

pic. twitter. com/t9f5yd0Inl — Atlanta Braves (@Braves) May 9, 2026 Here’s the official statement from the Atlanta Braves: “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.

“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.