Scott Cunningham/Getty Images(ATLANTA) — The Atlanta Braves on Tuesday named Brian Snitker as the team’s official manager for 2017.
The Atlanta #Braves today named Brian Snitker as the club’s manager and announced the 2017 coaching staff! pic.twitter.com/u3wGSEvMPR
— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) October 11, 2016
Snitker, 60, had been the interim manager for the Braves since this past May, when manager Fredi Gonzalez was fired. After taking over, Snitker led the team to a 59-65 record.
“Brian earned this opportunity through his dedication to the Braves and to our players,” Braves general manager John Coppolella said in statement Tuesday. “We are excited for the energy and momentum he will bring into SunTrust Park next season.”
Atlanta #Braves General Manager John Coppolella on naming Brian Snitker as the club’s manager: pic.twitter.com/LLyp9SBRDV
— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) October 11, 2016
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