Snitker Won't Return as Braves Manager; Becomes Advisor

The Atlanta Braves announced Brian Snitker will not return as manager for 2026 and will move into a senior advisory role after 10 seasons as manager and 49 years with the organization. Snitker, 69, compiled an 811–668 record, guided Atlanta to the 2021 World Series and multiple NL East titles, and the club plans to honor him with a Hall of Fame induction next season. The decision followed a disappointing 2025 campaign in which the Braves went 76–86, their first losing season since 2017. The team immediately made roster moves, outrighting five players — Alexis Díaz, Dane Dunning, Sandy León, Luke Williams and Jarred Kelenic — to Triple-A, with Díaz, Dunning and Kelenic electing free agency. Atlanta has opened a high-profile managerial search, with names mentioned including Bob Melvin, Tony Vitello and Skip Schumaker. Snitker was emotional at a farewell news conference and said he consulted with former Braves staff before deciding the timing was right to step aside.