DETROIT -- Braves manager Brian Snitker will enter this season’s final week with the Braves on an eight-game winning streak, earned by completing a three-game sweep of the playoff-hopeful Tigers with a 6-2 finale victory on Sunday afternoon at Comerica Park.

This has been a fun stretch, but the 69-year-old skipper still hasn’t been told what role he’ll fill during what will be his 50th straight season as a coach, player, instructor or manager within the Braves’ system. His managerial contract expires at the end of this season.

“[The winning streak] has increased excitement about getting to the ballpark tomorrow,” Snitker said. “I'm excited to get to the next series and hopefully win a series right there. I'm proud of how the guys have responded here late.”

The Braves have continued to

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