ATLANTA — For the past few years, many Braves fans have been wondering where is Bobby Cox?
The former Braves legendary manager and Major League Baseball Hall of Famer has been out of the spotlight for the last few years as he has dealt with some health issues stemming from a massive 2019 stroke.
Cox was hospitalized for most of the month of April 2019 following the stroke, according to the Associated Press. Since then, Cox has made but just a handful of appearances at Truist Park for Braves games and when he does, has stayed hidden and not seen by crowds. Little has been revealed about Cox's health since then.
But on Saturday night, in front of a sold out crowd at Truist Park against the rival Philadelphia Phillies, Cox was shown on the jumbotron standing up from his wheelchair, waving to the crowd with a big smile across his face. Cox received a massive standing ovation. The adored former skipper is one of the most beloved members in Braves franchise history.
Cox, who ranks fourth with 2,504 wins in 29 years as a manager, led the Braves to the 1995 World Series title and 14 straight division titles from 1991-2005.
The crowd erupted and Cox saluted the crowd. From down on the field, Cox's mentee Brian Snitker clapped inside the Braves dugout.
Bobby Cox at Truist Park for Braves game
Former Braves outfielder Matt Diaz took to social media, saying he got emotional over seeing his former manager.
