"The Braves have added Martin Maldonado to the organization, per report. Martin Maldonado, a catcher for 15 years in Major League Baseball, will join the Braves as Special Assistant for Major League Operations. This front office role helps teams with team strategy and acts as an "ear to the ground" for front offices in the clubhouse. It's typically a first step toward a on-field coaching role of manager position."
"Maldonado as a player, was a defense-first (well only defense maybe) and racked up 11.1 WAR despite a career 69 wRC+ over 4000 plate appearances. Basically, he was a much better player than Bobby Cox, but also probably understands a thing or two about player development. At this time, Tyler Flowers who spent five seasons with the Braves as a catcher pretty recently, is in this role. So it's not known if they will share the role"
Martin Maldonado will join the Atlanta Braves as Special Assistant for Major League Operations. The role supports team strategy and serves as an ear to the ground in the clubhouse. The position frequently serves as a first step toward on-field coaching or managerial jobs. Maldonado spent 15 Major League seasons as a catcher and compiled 11.1 WAR despite a career 69 wRC+ across more than 4,000 plate appearances. He was known primarily for his defense and likely has insights into player development. Tyler Flowers currently holds the role, and it is unclear whether they will share duties or if Flowers will change positions.
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