Braves give Walt Weiss three-year contract, coaching staff unsettled, plus more
Walt Weiss was named Atlanta Braves manager on a three-year deal (plus option), succeeding Brian Snitker and bringing experience as bench coach since 2018.
Atlanta Braves News: Walt Weiss Hired as Manager, Ha-Seong Kim, Drake Baldwin, More
The Atlanta Braves promoted longtime bench coach Walt Weiss to manager for 2026, prioritizing continuity while addressing roster moves and offseason departures.
Braves vs Twins Spring Training Game Thread: 2/22/26
Chris Sale starts Atlanta's 2026 Spring Training home opener while the Braves largely field a potential Opening Day lineup and monitor lineup health and configuration.
Did you know Walt Weiss earned a taekwondo black belt?
Walt Weiss trained extensively in martial arts, holds a taekwondo black belt, trained with MMA fighters, and tried cage fighting without entering full competitions.