Although Bobby Cox’s playing days were cut short by injuries, he set out on a trail that led him to a long and successful career as one of the game’s most highly regarded managers.

In an amazing run, Cox, the one-time infielder would skipper big league teams for three decades, accumulating more than 2,500 victories by the time he retired after the 2010 season. His greatest accomplishments came during his second stint with the Atlanta Braves, when he led the franchise to 14 straight division crowns and a World Series title.