The End of an Excellence

On Thursday, Atlanta Braves General Manager John Schuerholz relocated. Schuerholz became Team President. Frank Wren became General Manager. “We're going to keep doing things the way we've been doing them,” Wren said. “The Braves way. It's been working pretty well.”

During Schuerholz’s tenure, the Braves amassed a 1,594-1,092 record. They accrued fourteen consecutive division titles. They acquired five National League championships. They garnered the 1995 World Series.

Pre Schuerholz, Atlanta was a dilapidated franchise. In twenty-five seasons, they recorded sixteen losing campaigns. Post Schuerholz, the Braves are revered. Their professionalism is envied. Obviously, eras conclude. However, Schuerholz’s was extraordinary. Akin to Red Auerbach, Tom Landry, and John Wooden, his era defined a franchise.