Are the Braves dead?

**Maxmillion** · 09-22-10, 02:33 PM

Originally posted by nobodyukno

Braves own the Mets unlike the Phillies but, the Phils arent going to lose enough with the best 3 man rotation in the league to be able to catch them

thats right, the phils are showing the other teams in the playoffs what they have in store for them....roy, cole and roy. The phiils can win this.

**Odessa** · 09-22-10, 02:41 PM

Originally posted by whatsgood5;6402***

Guy's a pretty poor game manager though, this collapse has a lot to do with him. Great person (besides beating his wife of course) and a real good players manager, I won't miss him.

Bobby Cox has been named Manager of the Year four times (1985, 1991, 2004, and 2005) and is one of only four managers to have won the award in both the American and National League. He is also the only person to have won the award in consecutive years. Cox has also been named Manager of the Year by The Sporting News eight times (1985, 1991, 1993, 1999, 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2005).

On May 12, 2007, Bobby Cox passed Sparky Anderson to become the fourth-winningest manager in major league history, with a record of 2,195 wins and 1,698 losses. He led the Braves to a division title every season from 1991 to 2005, excluding the strike-shortened 1994 season; the Braves have competed in the National League East since 1994 and competed in the National League West prior to that. He won a World Series Championship in 1995. In 2001, he took sole possession of first place for most wins as a manager in Braves history.[6] Cox's .561 winning percentage is fourteenth in all-time among managers with at least 1,000 games managed, and is the second highest among those who managed the majority of their career after the creation of divisions within each league in 1969. On June 8, 2009, Cox won his 2,000th game with the Atlanta Braves, becoming only the fourth manager in Major League history to accomplish that feat with one team.

**VegasPlayer** · 09-22-10, 03:12 PM

Look at what the Braves did last September and you'll find your answer

**JMobile** · 09-22-10, 04:58 PM

Braves are done, thanks to that Bravesfan kid who faded them.

**THEGREAT30** · 09-22-10, 05:00 PM

Not dead they just need to win 7 of there last 10, every time a team looks dead they come back to life in this race, so I don't think they are dead.

**msj0001** · 09-22-10, 05:20 PM

I hope not Bobby deserves a playoff run in his last season to an awesome career

**ATL5150** · 09-22-10, 05:29 PM

BRAVES BREAK PHILLIES WIN STREAK TONIGHT!!! GOT 5* ON IT!

**tunaguitar76** · 09-22-10, 05:35 PM

Originally posted by Odessa

Bobby Cox has been named Manager of the Year four times (1985, 1991, 2004, and 2005) and is one of only four managers to have won the award in both the American and National League. He is also the only person to have won the award in consecutive years. Cox has also been named Manager of the Year by The Sporting News eight times (1985, 1991, 1993, 1999, 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2005).

On May 12, 2007, Bobby Cox passed Sparky Anderson to become the fourth-winningest manager in major league history, with a record of 2,195 wins and 1,698 losses. He led the Braves to a division title every season from 1991 to 2005, excluding the strike-shortened 1994 season; the Braves have competed in the National League East since 1994 and competed in the National League West prior to that. He won a World Series Championship in 1995. In 2001, he took sole possession of first place for most wins as a manager in Braves history.[6] Cox's .561 winning percentage is fourteenth in all-time among managers with at least 1,000 games managed, and is the second highest among those who managed the majority of their career after the creation of divisions within each league in 1969. On June 8, 2009, Cox won his 2,000th game with the Atlanta Braves, becoming only the fourth manager in Major League history to accomplish that feat with one team.

That seems to back up what whatsgood5 is saying. When you throw out starters of Maddux, Glavine, Smoltz and the other short term quality pitchers they had every year... you are going to beat a lot of lesser teams without having to make many moves. You get to the playoffs where the other teams are on par and you only win one world series during a stretch of 14 straight division titles.. come on.. what team would be happy with that? He deserves credit and accolades but whatsgood5 has a point... if you win 14 divisions in a row.. you have to think there would be more to hang your hat on than just one world series... if he gets the credit for the regular season record.. he must take the blame for the sub-par post season record too.

he's kinda of like Phil Jackson... just without the rings. How could you not win with some of those players they had.

**Stealinhome** · 09-22-10, 05:36 PM

Yeah, Braves win tonight best game on the board.

**whatsgood5** · 09-22-10, 05:36 PM

Originally posted by Odessa

Bobby Cox has been named Manager of the Year four times (1985, 1991, 2004, and 2005) and is one of only four managers to have won the award in both the American and National League. He is also the only person to have won the award in consecutive years. Cox has also been named Manager of the Year by The Sporting News eight times (1985, 1991, 1993, 1999, 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2005). On May 12, 2007, Bobby Cox passed Sparky Anderson to become the fourth-winningest manager in major league history, with a record of 2,195 wins and 1,698 losses. He led the Braves to a division title every season from 1991 to 2005, excluding the strike-shortened 1994 season; the Braves have competed in the National League East since 1994 and competed in the National League West prior to that. He won a World Series Championship in 1995. In 2001, he took sole possession of first place for most wins as a manager in Braves history.[6] Cox's .561 winning percentage is fourteenth in all-time among managers with at least 1,000 games managed, and is the second highest among those who managed the majority of their career after the creation of divisions within each league in 1969. On June 8, 2009, Cox won his 2,000th game with the Atlanta Braves, becoming only the fourth manager in Major League history to accomplish that feat with one team.

Have you watched nearly every single Braves game for the past three our four years? If not, then STFU. If yes, then LOL.

Don't get me wrong, Bobby is as classy as they come, and things won't be the same without him, but he's just not as good of a manager as it's made out to be.

**stealthyburrito** · 09-22-10, 05:38 PM

braves are dead team walking.

west walks away with wildcard.

**whatsgood5** · 09-22-10, 05:41 PM

Originally posted by stealthyburrito

braves are dead team walking. west walks away with wildcard.

I'm not so sure I'd call us dead. Haven't quite been playing as good as I would like, but what did you expect, Beachy to beat Hamels and Minor to beat Halladay in Philly? No chance in hell we win the division, but I'd be pretty surprised if we don't get the WC considering our remaining schedule...

**eidolon** · 09-22-10, 05:51 PM

Originally posted by whatsgood5;6402***

Guy's a pretty poor game manager though, this collapse has a lot to do with him. Great person (besides beating his wife of course) and a real good players manager, I won't miss him.

What coach would you consider to be a good game manager?

**whatsgood5** · 09-22-10, 05:53 PM

Originally posted by eidolon

What coach would you consider to be a good game manager?

I don't watch enough non-Braves baseball to give you an answer to this.

**BRAVES1985** · 09-22-10, 09:58 PM

Originally posted by eidolon

What coach would you consider to be a good game manager?

easily Ron Gardenhire for the past several years

**815Sox** · 09-22-10, 10:20 PM

Originally posted by BRAVES1985

easily Ron Gardenhire for the past several years

Plus

girardi
larussa
guillen
torre
madden

off the top of my head...

Manny Acta also impressed me this year, the Tribe overperformed for sure. They will be good in 2 or 3 years.

**Chris7mccabe** · 09-23-10, 02:24 AM

Great points whatsgood5....... Just by your views on bobby its easy to tell that you are a fan who watches a number of Braves games. I love Bobby as a coach and person just as much as the next guy but anyone who watches enough braves baseball understands that he doesn't manage games like one of the best in the game. Now for years the braves have always lacked a ton of speed on the bases and power bats that other teams in the NL have been able to go out and acquire. With that being said bobby certainly made bullpen moves and late game decisions that many people have questioned throughout the years. Looking past all that he is easily one of the best to ever wear a uniform based on the way he carries himself and stands up for his players. Over the past 10 to 15 years big name players have always wanted to come to Atlanta (bobby being the coach as a big reason) and I know for a fact that if this team spent more money you would have seen a number of them in a Braves uniform. Finally, for all those people writing the Braves off based on a series against arguably the strongest team in the game, you must first look at the remainder of their schedule. 6 games left against the Nats and Marlins before going home to finish up against a phils team that has already clinched the East. Mark my words if the braves can win 4 or 5 of their next 6 games this team will without question win the wild card. Go Braves!

**whatsgood5** · 09-23-10, 07:19 AM

Couldn't agree more Chris, the bullpen mismanagement is what really gets me going, but good point in saying that a lot of players would like to come to ATL to play for Bobby. If I recall correctly Bobby had a whole lot to do with Wags deciding to sign with us this year, and he's been huge.

And I completely agree with you that we shouldn't be written off b/c of this series. Beachy vs. Hamels and Minor vs Roy Halladay...I'm not too sure what anyone could expect from those games...

**BRAVES1985** · 09-23-10, 09:11 PM

Originally posted by whatsgood5

Couldn't agree more Chris, the bullpen mismanagement is what really gets me going, but good point in saying that a lot of players would like to come to ATL to play for Bobby. If I recall correctly Bobby had a whole lot to do with Wags deciding to sign with us this year, and he's been huge. And I completely agree with you that we shouldn't be written off b/c of this series. Beachy vs. Hamels and Minor vs Roy Halladay...I'm not too sure what anyone could expect from those games...

i totally agree

**Chris7mccabe** · 09-24-10, 12:05 AM

Well guys, for now we are currently up a 1/2 game in the WC and it is ours to win. Colorado, San Fran, and San Diego all play each other in the seasons final 9 or 10 games. I think we are in a great spot to win this thing and if we can get 6 or 7 wins and win 92 or 93 games I think we would be more then deserving. I would also like to say that a playoff birth for us would be so big and a huge accomplishment for this Braves squad. Living in Mass I always tell Sox and Yanks fans that just getting into the playoffs is a accomplishment and a successful year. Anything more than that is just icing on the cake (at least for ATL).

**tkim8404** · 09-24-10, 12:17 AM

The Phils are looking good. Don't know if the Braves have a chance.

**Dukebluejms** · 09-24-10, 01:10 AM

I said going into the series against the Phils that I'd be happy with winning 1 of 3. Since that didn't happen, the NL West teams have helped out to keep the Braves alive. I was most worried about the Rockies and they certainly did their part to help out ATL. The one advantage the Braves have is that the West teams have to play each other. If the Braves can take care of business against lesser competition then they are set because the West teams will beat up on each other. But like I said, the Braves have to take care of business. They need to win 5 of 6 against the Nats and Marlins going into the last series against the Phils.

At this point, the Phils have all but clinched the East and best record in the NL, so maybe the Braves can get lucky in the last series. If the Phils have accomplished both feats by the last series, then they will not see the big 3 again, and certianly not for 100+ pitches. Philly will work out their rotation to have them go in the Divisional round. I don't know. I'm pulling for them. Tomorrow is the start, so we will see.

**nobodyukno** · 09-24-10, 07:17 AM

Go Braves and Pads! I dont want to see the Giants in the playoffs

**BRAVES1985** · 09-24-10, 08:11 AM

gotta sweep the nats

**magynuck** · 09-24-10, 08:17 AM

a good time of the year to be a sportsfan

**cadillac pete** · 09-24-10, 08:37 AM

The Nats always seem to play the Braves tough. I wouldn't trust the Braves at all. Too inconsistent. Giants win the West, Padres claim the wild card.

**cint2cint** · 09-24-10, 08:40 AM

Braves dead? I hope so, I hope so, I hope so

**cadillac pete** · 09-25-10, 06:40 AM

Another great showing by the Braves last night....I think everyone is starting to get the picture on this team.

**rm18** · 09-25-10, 07:05 AM

it is over padres and giants going

**Art Vandeleigh** · 09-25-10, 07:11 AM

Originally posted by rm18

it is over padres and giants going

Hope you're right, but SD and SF play each other last 3 games, so Atlanta can still sneak in if one team sweeps the other.

**GOIRISH** · 09-25-10, 07:16 AM

That jackass d lee brought the curse with him to turner field. They haven't looked good since he started with their series against the cubs. And i still cannot understand why lee is in the 4th spot some games, Mcann should stay at clean up

**mighty maron** · 09-25-10, 07:23 AM

Imagine what the Braves would have done without Cox...few more titles thats for sure.

**gravy** · 09-25-10, 08:11 AM

put the stake thru the heart there done toast

**Grind House** · 09-25-10, 09:07 AM

Bobby Cox is shit. Biggest series of the whole year and you start rookie pitchers against the Phillies? That's just one dumb ass decision. We need a slugger but Cox managerial skills are below average.

**jbhomerun** · 09-25-10, 12:23 PM

Yea he really dropped the ball when the phillies went right for their throat. Glad I dont have to see that lame tomahawk chop in the playoffs