Bobby Cox, Hall of Fame manager and Atlanta Braves icon, dies at 84

"We are overcome with emotion on the passing of Bobby Cox, our treasured skipper, the team said. Bobby was the best manager to ever wear a Braves uniform. 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."

"Cox managed the Braves in two stints, first from 1978 to 1981 and then from 1990 to 2010. In the later spell, Atlanta became a powerhouse, winning 14 consecutive division titles, a feat no professional sports team had accomplished. They reached the World Series five times, including when they defeated Cleveland in 1995 to win the franchise's third championship."

"He managed the Toronto Blue Jays from 1982 to 1985 before returning to the Braves as general manager and later appointing himself manager. He finished his career with 2,504 wins, the fourth most of all time, and led all managers in MLB history with a record 162 ejections. Before beginning his managerial career, Cox coached in the New York Yankees' system and was on Billy Martin's staff when they won the World Series in 1977."

"Cox retired in 2010 and was unanimously inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2014. He was hospitalized after a stroke in 2019 and diagnosed with congestive heart failure in 2020, and health issues kept him from attending the 2025 All-Star Game hosted by Atlanta."

Bobby Cox, who died at 84, managed the Atlanta Braves in two periods from 1978–1981 and 1990–2010. He led the Braves to a 1995 World Series title and five World Series appearances, and the team won 14 straight division titles during his later tenure. Cox previously managed the Toronto Blue Jays from 1982–1985. He finished with 2,504 managerial wins, ranking fourth all time, and led MLB history with 162 ejections. Before managing, he coached in the New York Yankees system and worked on Billy Martin’s staff during the 1977 World Series win. He retired in 2010 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2014. Health issues followed a 2019 stroke and congestive heart failure in 2020.

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