Walt Weiss Takes the Helm as Atlanta Braves’ New Manager
The Atlanta Braves have officially announced a familiar face as their new manager — Walt Weiss. After eight seasons as the team’s bench coach, Weiss will now step into the top dugout role, succeeding the retiring Brian Snitker. It’s a promotion that feels both natural and symbolic, marking a new chapter for a franchise built on consistency and loyalty.
Weiss, 61, isn’t new to the Braves family. His relationship with the team goes back decades — he played his final three Major League seasons in Atlanta from 1998 to 2000, even earning an All-Star selection in ’98. Known as a steady, hard-nosed shortstop, he was part of that 1999 Braves squad that reached the World Series. His baseball journey has been long and layered, from player to advisor to manager, and now, back at the helm of one of MLB’s most storied clubs.
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Before returning to Atlanta as bench coach, Weiss spent four seasons managing the Colorado Rockies from 2013 to 2016. While his record there wasn’t dazzling — 283 wins to 365 losses — his leadership earned respect in a tough managerial environment. After that stint, the Braves brought him in as Snitker’s right-hand man in 2018, right as the team was re-emerging as a powerhouse. Together, the duo oversaw six consecutive National League East titles, two 100-win seasons, and a World Series championship in 2021.
Now, with Snitker stepping down at 69, Weiss becomes the natural successor. His deep familiarity with the team, players, and culture made him a comfortable choice for President of Baseball Operations Alex Anthopoulos. Continuity, it seems, is the Braves’ playbook. Weiss has seen firsthand what works — and what doesn’t — in the Atlanta clubhouse, making him uniquely positioned to guide the next era.
But there’s no denying the challenge ahead. The Braves are coming off a down year, slipping to 76 wins and finishing fourth in the NL East after years of dominance. Injuries, inconsistency, and even a PED suspension to Jurickson Profar played roles in that decline. Still, the core remains strong: Ronald Acuña Jr., Matt Olson, Austin Riley, and Chris Sale headline a roster built for contention. Weiss’s task will be reigniting that championship fire while possibly shaking up his own coaching staff — including finding a new bench coach to replace himself.
Fans are divided — some hoped for a bold, outside hire — but others see Weiss’s promotion as a steady hand in uncertain times. He’s a baseball lifer, someone who’s seen the highs and lows of the game from every angle. And as Atlanta looks to bounce back in 2026, Weiss’s blend of experience, familiarity, and quiet leadership might be exactly what this team needs.
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