Atlanta Braves Overhaul Coaching Staff After Disappointing Playoff Exit

The Braves have fired hitting coach Kevin Seitzer and two others following a lackluster offensive season and a quick playoff elimination.

The Atlanta Braves dismissed hitting coach Kevin Seitzer, assistant Bobby Magallanes, and catching coach Sal Fasano after a disappointing offensive performance in 2024.
Despite making the playoffs for the seventh consecutive year, the Braves were swept by the San Diego Padres in the wild-card round.
Injuries plagued the team, with key players like Ronald Acuña Jr. and Spencer Strider missing significant time, contributing to the offensive struggles.
The Braves plan to hire two new hitting coaches but will not fill the catching coach position, which was specifically tailored for Fasano.
The coaching changes come as the team aims to revitalize its offense, which fell from leading the league in home runs and slugging percentage in 2023 to mid-table rankings in 2024.