Bobby Cox, the beloved manager who turned the Atlanta Braves into a National League powerhouse during the 1990s and delivered the city its first major sports championship, has passed away at the age of 84.

The Braves organization confirmed Cox's death on Saturday. While details were not immediately available, it was known that Cox had suffered a stroke in 2019.

In a heartfelt statement, the Braves honored their legendary skipper: "Bobby was the best manager to ever wear a Braves uniform. He led our team to 14 straight division titles, five National League pennants, and the unforgettable World Series title in 1995. His Braves managerial legacy will never be matched."

Cox took the helm of a struggling Braves team in June 1990, which was languishing in last place. What followed was one of the most remarkable turnarounds in baseball history. In 1991, he guided the team to a stunning "worst-to-first" finish, ultimately falling to the Minnesota Twins in a gripping seven-game World Series. That season marked the beginning of an unprecedented streak: 14 consecutive division titles, a feat unmatched by any team in professional sports.

Under Cox's folksy yet firm leadership, the Braves became a dynasty, winning the World Series in 1995—Atlanta's only championship in franchise history. Over 25 seasons as the Braves' manager, Cox compiled a Hall of Fame résumé, retiring after the 2010 season and earning his place in Cooperstown in 2014.

For fans who grew up watching the Braves in their iconic red, white, and blue uniforms, Cox represented more than just wins and losses—he was the steady hand that defined an era of dominance. Whether you're reminiscing about those glory days or looking to rep your team's history, the legacy of Bobby Cox and those 1990s Braves teams will forever be a part of baseball's fabric.