Ex-Braves catcher Ross thinking about Atlanta task

ATLANTA– David Ross, the previous Atlanta catcher and Chicago Cubs supervisor, stated Thursday that he’s prepared to handle once again and stated going back to the dugout with the Braves “would be amazing.”

In an interview with The Associated Press, Ross decreased to state much about his interest in the Braves without understanding if he’ll be on the list of prospects to change Brian Snitker.

Ross, a local of Bainbridge, Georgia, was 262-284 in 4 seasons handling the Cubs from 2020 to 2023. Under Ross, the Cubs won the NL Central in 2020.

Snitker, 69, revealed Wednesday that he will not return after 10 seasons as the Braves’ supervisor.

Ross, 48, who bet the Braves from 2009 to 2012 in the middle of his 15-year profession, was consisted of in early speculation about possible prospects to change Snitker. Braves basic supervisor Alex Anthopoulos did not recognize any prospects at Wednesday’s press conference to reveal Snitker’s choice.

Ross stated Thursday, “I’d love to manage again.”

“Obviously, Atlanta would be amazing, but there’s nothing to really elaborate on,” Ross stated, including he understood he has actually been pointed out in speculative lists. I do not desire to talk about something that does not have any legs. Ideally, my name turns up, however we will wait and see on that.”

Ross began his playing career with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2002. He was a career .229 hitter and had some of his most productive seasons as a part-time starter in Atlanta. He hit .273 with seven homers in 2009 and .289 the following season.

Ross, who was a respected leader in the Braves’ clubhouse, said Thursday, “I liked my time there.”

Snitker led the Braves to the 2021 World Series champion as the emphasize of practically a half-century with the company. He will stay with the company in an advisory function and will be inducted into the group’s hall of popularity in the 2026 season.

Snitker led Atlanta to 811 wins, 6 NL East department titles, 1 wild-card berth and the 2021 World Series champion in his 10 seasons as supervisor.

The Braves ended up 76-87 this season, the last year of Snitker’s agreement.

Braves chairman Terry McGuirk provided Snitker with secrets to a brand-new truck at the press conference and revealed that the group was sending out Snitker and his partner, Ronnie, on a getaway to Hawaii.

The Braves had 2 coaches on Snitker’s 2025 personnel with experience as a supervisor. Bench coach Walt Weiss is Colorado’s previous supervisor. Third-base coach Fredi González is a previous supervisor with Atlanta and the Marlins.

To name a few possible prospects are previous Braves infielder Mark DeRosa, Cubs bench coach Ryan Flaherty and previous Marlins supervisor Skip Schumaker.