here we go again

The Atlanta Braves like stability. Bobby Cox’s long tenure as manager is evidence of that. Here’s more: They made only two changes to the field staffs of their entire minor league system for 2010. Phillip Wellman will be back for a fourth year as manager of the Mississippi Braves. It’s like a presidential term. The old Jackson Mets and Generals changed managers like they changed undies. They never had the same manager for more than two years, and that happened only a few times. For those associated with the M-Braves, Wellman’s return should be welcomed. He’s a good manager and a good guy. The players like him and respect him. He’ll get the best out of them. The 2010 season will be Cox’s last in Atlanta. It’ll probably be Wellman’s last in Pearl. He’s likely to be among the candidates to replace Cox — and certainly will get consideration for the big-league staff, whoever the manager might be.