So It's Official....

Braves name Hart president of baseball operations

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By CHARLES ODUM

The Associated Press

ATLANTA — 

The Atlanta Braves have named John Hart as president of baseball operations.

Hart was hired as interim general manager on Sept. 22 and will also continue to serve in that role. It's unclear if Hart's new title means the team no longer will seek a full-time replacement for Frank Wren, the former general manager. Wren was fired last month following a disappointing finish this season.

Team president John Schuerholz announced Thursday the 66-year-old Hart has agreed to a three-year contract that will continue through the team's first season at its new stadium in Cobb County.

Hart, the former general manager for the Rangers and Indians, joined the Braves last year as a senior adviser.

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They now need to name a GM. Depending on the direction they want to go with the club will signify what could happen to Evan Gattis in the off season. If they are intent on re-building the farm system, El Oso Blanco may be as good as gone in Atlanta. Lord, I pray that doesn't happen. 

However, if they believe they are playoff capable and only need a few tweaks here and there, then there may be hope yet for Evan. I strongly pray for the latter. Straight from my page to God's ears. Let's make it happen!