Atlanta Braves' turnaround coincides with arrival of 'Snitbear' in the dugout

The Atlanta Braves have a new furry friend in the dugout named 'Snitbear' to coincide with their turnaround.
The "Snit Bear" sits in the Atlanta Braves dugout before a baseball game against the New York Yankees, Saturday, June 22, 2024, in New York. "Snit Bear" has become a presence on the team's bench, a stuffed animal with a red bandana around its neck and an oversized blue and white Braves' cap. The toy was given to Marcell Ozuna by manager Brian Snitker. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

The Atlanta Braves have a new furry friend in the dugout to coincide with their turnaround.

“Snitbear” has become a regular presence on the Braves’ bench since being given to slugger Marcell Ozuna by manager Brian Snitker. The cuddly, brown stuffed animal has a red bandana around its neck and wears an oversized blue and white Braves cap.

Atlanta is 5-1 since the bear’s dugout debut in a 9-2 win over Tampa Bay on June 15.