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Bobby Cox Makes Rare Return at Braves’ 1995 Title 30th Anniversary

The 84-year-old Hall of Famer has seldom appeared at games since a 2019 stroke.

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Overview

  • Cox received a standing ovation at Truist Park during pregame ceremonies before Friday’s game against the New York Mets.
  • He led the festivities by waving to fans from the front seat of a convertible in a parade through The Battery.
  • Introduced as the 1995 team’s skipper, Cox stood with family in a luxury box and tapped his heart in appreciation.
  • Hall of Fame pitchers Greg Maddux, Tom Glavine and John Smoltz threw ceremonial first pitches as numerous 1995 teammates and staff returned.
  • Current manager Brian Snitker said he visits Cox each homestand and that Cox was eager to attend the reunion.