Bobby Cox Still Boss of Braves, but Should That Remain the Case?

The glorious days of the '90s playoff era for the Braves have long ended and so should Bobby Cox's tenure with the Atlanta Braves.

Make no mistake about it, Bobby Cox did an amazing job during that incredible run of playoff berths for the Braves. 

The way he adapted to his constant roster changes and still managed to coach his team into the playoffs is something that baseball fans nationwide can appreciate. But, just like the altering of the other Atlanta teams, the Braves should consider the same.

Before you guys comment on how much of an idiot I am, let's face the facts. The Braves have not made the playoffs in three years, and in the four years before, they were kicked out of the first round.

There is also strong speculation that Bobby wants emerging superstar Yunel Escobar out of Atlanta. Word is he has grown tired of the Cuban native's on-field antics.

As I am a huge Escobar fan, I was in no support at all of the proposed Peavy deal, along with the majority of Atlanta.

The young shortstop has averaged a .303 average in his two seasons in Atlanta and has one of the best arms in the game. However, chances are that he won't be here when the offseason ends.

Braves fans, I am by no means taking away what Bobby has done as the manager of the Braves. But we live in a what-have-you-done-for-me-lately world, and that is a world in which Bobby has simply not succeeded.

Like I said in a previous article, the city of Atlanta is starving for a championship, and right now the Atlanta teams are fighting amongst each other in a race to see who can first satisfy the city, with the great play of the Falcons and the good play of the Hawks.

Just give Bobby this one season so you can see for yourself. With $40 million to spend this offseason, Frank Wren has assured Atlanta fans that they will be much more competitive.

Only time will tell with the moves that are made.

Let's face it, the Atlanta Braves love to settle. As much praise as they receive for making 15 straight postseason visits, they only have one championship. Open your eyes, Braves fans.

If the Braves fail to make the postseason for a fourth straight season, and Bobby still retains his job, it will truly prove that Bobby Cox runs the organization with an iron fist.

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