India, May 9 -- Bobby Cox, the esteemed manager of the Atlanta Braves, has passed away at the age of 84.

The team announced the news of Cox's passing on Saturday, marking yet another significant loss for the franchise following the recent death of former owner Ted Turner earlier this week. The cause of Cox's death has not been disclosed at this time.

"We are overcome with emotion on the passing of Bobby Cox, our treasured skipper," a Braves team statement read. "Bobby was the best manager to ever wear a Braves uniform."

Cox held the position of manager for the Atlanta team from 1978 to 1981 and again from 1990 to 2010. He achieved a World Series victory with Atlanta in 1995.

Cox's playing career in the major leagues was brief, spannin...