After the 2017 season, Brian Snitker anticipated being fired as Atlanta’s manager, especially after a fourth consecutive losing season. However, the dismissal of GM John Coppolella transformed his fate, leading to six consecutive division titles and a World Series win in 2021. Snitker’s patience and resilience were rewarded with an eight-year contract extension in 2022. He now reflects on the importance of patience in baseball, especially as current managers face early-season scrutiny.
