US EditionAtlanta Braves bring back former manager Fredi González as acting third base coach
- The Atlanta Braves appointed former manager Fredi González as their acting third base coach on June 2, 2025, replacing Matt Tuiasosopo.
- The coaching change followed ongoing struggles, with the Braves losing eight of their last 11 games and holding a 27-31 record in fourth place of the NL East.
- General Manager Brian Snitker initiated the move, emphasizing the rarity of in-season coaching changes during his 14-year tenure and the need for an experienced coach to improve results at third base.
- Snitker expressed enthusiasm about González returning to an on-field role, highlighting his valuable background with the Braves, Marlins, and Orioles, and added that he is confident González will perform exceptionally in his new position.
- This change aims to help the Braves address performance gaps and foster stability, especially as González is expected to contribute immediately, while Tuiasosopo accepted a minor-league coordinator role.
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What message are Braves sending with coaching carousel?
The Atlanta Braves sent shockwaves through the heart of Braves Country when they announced the return of Fredi Gonzalez, who will be replacing Matt Tuiasosopo as the club’s third base coach. The #Braves today have named Fredi González as acting third base coach on the major league staff. Matt Tuiasosopo has accepted a position as minor league infield coordinator. — Atlanta Braves (@Braves) June 2, 2025 The memories of Fredi Gonzalez in Atlanta …
Braves Bringing Back Former Manager Fredi Gonzalez as Third Base Coach
ATLANTA (AP) — The struggling Atlanta Braves are bringing back former manager Fredi González as acting third base coach. The team announced Monday that Matt Tuiasosopo, the previous third base coach, has accepted a role as minor league infield coordinator. Atlanta had the day off Monday. The Braves have lost eight of their last 11, and, at 27-31, are in fourth place in the NL East. Gonzalez has managed the Marlins and Braves previously. He was o…
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