Braves Seek New Manager as Snitker Steps Down Amid 2024 Struggles

The Atlanta Braves are undergoing a significant managerial transition following Brian Snitker's decision to step down after the 2024 season. The top candidate for the position appears to be Dodgers bench coach Danny Lehmann, who has a strong connection with Braves GM Alex Anthopoulos from their time together in Los Angeles and represents a commitment to advanced analytics. Despite speculation about other candidates such as David Ross and George Lombard, the Braves seem focused on a fresh approach with someone new to managing at the major league level but with MLB coaching experience. The team is expected to announce their new manager soon, likely after the World Series concludes, as they aim to revitalize a talented but underperforming roster. Meanwhile, the Washington Nationals have hired 33-year-old Blake Butera as their manager, making him the youngest MLB manager since 1972, signaling a trend of younger managerial hires across the league. Other teams like the Twins have also filled managerial vacancies, while the Braves remain one of the last teams to finalize their decision.