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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - OCTOBER 16: Eddie Perez and former Atlanta Braves player Andruw Jones laugh after throwing out the first pitch prior to Game One of the National League Championship Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Truist Park on October 16, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Edward M. Pio Roda/Getty Images)
The Atlanta Braves received some heartbreaking news on Saturday afternoon. Legendary manager Bobby Cox has passed away at the age of 84. Heavy Sports sends its deepest condolences to the Cox family and everyone who knew the legendary clubhouse leader within the Braves organization.
Bobby Cox is a Hall of Fame skipper who led the Atlanta Braves to a 1995 World Series victory. He won manager of the year four times and advanced to the Fall Classic five times in his 25-year managerial career with the Braves.
Atlanta Braves Issue Statement on Passing of Bobby Cox
GettyATLANTA, GEORGIA – APRIL 01: Former manager of the Atlanta Braves, Bobby Cox, walks onto the field to give the command to “play ball” prior to the game between the Atlanta Braves and the Chicago Cubs on April 01, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
Here is the official statement that the Atlanta Braves released regarding Cox’s death:
“We are overcome with emotion on the passing of Bobby Cox, our treasured skipper. Bobby was the best manager to ever wear a Braves uniform. He led our team to 14 straight division titles, five National League pennants, and the unforgettable World Series title in 1995. His Braves managerial legacy will never be matched.
“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. It is with the heaviest of hearts that we send our sincerest condolences to his beloved wife, Pam, and their loving children and grandchildren.”
More to come on the passing of Bobby Cox…