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Braves Finalize 2026 Coaching Staff, Boost Payroll Plans

11/12/2025

Summary

Story summary

The Atlanta Braves finalized their 2026 coaching staff under new manager Walt Weiss.
Weiss retained two coaches from the previous staff and promoted eight new hires.
Tommy Watkins, hired from the Minnesota Twins, was named the Braves' third-base coach.
Dustin Garneau was appointed the Braves' bullpen coach.
The team plans to raise payroll this offseason, potentially prompting roster changes as players become free agents, including Marcell Ozuna and Raisel Iglesias.

History

Historical Context

Hank Aaron broke Babe Ruth's home run record on April 8, 1974, a milestone for the Atlanta Braves, who had struggled since their move to Atlanta in 1966. The team is now under new manager Walt Weiss, who aims to revitalize the franchise after a disappointing 2025 season, reflecting a broader trend of adapting to free agency challenges in Major League Baseball.

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Story summary

The Atlanta Braves finalized their 2026 coaching staff under new manager Walt Weiss.
Weiss retained two coaches from the previous staff and promoted eight new hires.
Tommy Watkins, hired from the Minnesota Twins, was named the Braves' third-base coach.
Dustin Garneau was appointed the Braves' bullpen coach.
The team plans to raise payroll this offseason, potentially prompting roster changes as players become free agents, including Marcell Ozuna and Raisel Iglesias.

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