Schuerholz began his career in baseball in 1966 as a scout for the Baltimore Orioles. He then worked as a minor league director for the Kansas City Royals from 1969 to 1982. In 1982, he joined the Atlanta Braves as their general manager and helped the team become one of the most successful franchises in baseball. During his tenure with the Braves, the team won 14 consecutive division titles, five National League pennants, and the 1995 World Series.
In 2007, Schuerholz left the Braves to become the president of the Atlanta Braves. He served in this role until 2016, when he retired from baseball. During his time as president, the Braves made the playoffs four times, won two division titles, and made the World Series in 2013.
Schuerholz was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2017. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest executives in baseball history and is credited with helping to revolutionize the way teams are built. His legacy will live on for many years to come.
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