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Bobby Cox, the legendary manager of the Atlanta Braves who dominated the National League in the 1990s and clinched a World Series victory in 1995, has passed away at the age of 84.
The Atlanta Braves shared the news of Cox’s passing on Saturday, though specifics have not been disclosed. Cox had suffered a stroke in 2019.
In a heartfelt statement, the Braves described Cox as “the greatest manager to ever don a Braves uniform.” They highlighted his leadership that brought the team 14 consecutive division championships, five National League titles, and the cherished 1995 World Series triumph, asserting that his managerial legacy with the Braves is unparalleled.
Cox revitalized a struggling team when he joined in June 1990, steering them from last place to a remarkable turnaround in 1991, though they fell to the Minnesota Twins in a seven-game World Series. This marked the beginning of an unprecedented run of 14 straight division titles, a record unmatched by any professional sports team.
Over his 25-year tenure with the Braves, Cox guided Atlanta to its sole World Series championship in 1995. He concluded his illustrious career in 2010 and was honored with induction into the Hall of Fame in 2014.
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Cox took over a last-place team in June 1990 and led the Braves to a worst-to-first finish in 1991, losing the World Series to the Minnesota Twins in seven games. That was the start of what was to be a record 14 consecutive division titles, a feat no professional team in any sport had accomplished.
He managed the Braves for 25 years and led Atlanta to its only World Series title in 1995. He retired after the 2010 season and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2014.
“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,” the Braves said.
As of Saturday, Cox ranks fourth all-time with 2,504 wins, fifth with 4,508 games, first with 15 division titles including a record 14 in a row, first with 16 playoff appearances and fourth with 67 playoff victories.
Only Connie Mack, John McGraw and Tony La Russa had more regular-season wins than Cox. His 158 regular-season ejections also was the most among managers.
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“He is the Atlanta Braves,” catcher Brian McCann said in 2019. “He’s the best.”
McCann described Cox as an “icon” and “one of the best human beings any of us have ever met.”
The Braves retired Cox’s No. 6 jersey in 2011, when he joined the team’s Hall of Fame.
Cox spent 29 seasons as a major league manager, including four with Toronto. He managed 16 postseason teams. He brought an old-school approach to the dugout. He always wore spikes and stirrups, and his fatherly demeanor inspired loyalty from his players.