Overview

• Fredi Gonzalez, who managed the Braves from 2011 to 2016 and coached under Bobby Cox from 2003 to 2006, takes over third base duties.
• Matt Tuiasosopo moves into the minor-league infield coordinator role after criticism of overaggressive decisions on sending runners home.
• Anthopoulos approached manager Brian Snitker on Sunday to discuss Gonzalez’s hire, calling the opportunity to rehire him “rare.”
• The decision was influenced by Gonzalez’s rapport with Snitker and his previous success in the Braves organization.
• The coaching shuffle aims to address Atlanta’s sluggish 27-31 start that has left it fourth in the National League East.