Longtime Guardians public address announcer Bob Tayek has died

TL;DR

Bob Tayek, the longtime public address announcer for the Cleveland Guardians, has died. He was known for his warm presence at Progressive Field for nearly three decades.

Key points

Bob Tayek was the public address announcer for the Cleveland Guardians.
He passed away on May 12.
Tayek served for nearly three decades.
The Guardians expressed their sadness in a statement.
He was known for his warmth and professionalism.

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Longtime Guardians public address announcer Bob Tayek has died

CLEVELAND — Longtime Cleveland Guardians public address announcer Bob Tayek has died.

The Guardians made the announcement ahead of their home game Tuesday, May 12.

"It is with great sadness we share the news that our longtime public address announcer, Bob Tayek, has passed away today," the team said in a statement. "For nearly three decades, Bob was the voice of Progressive Field, welcoming generations of fans to Cleveland baseball with warmth, professionalism and a presence that became part of the ballpark experience. Please keep Bob’s family, friends and all who worked alongside him in your thoughts during this difficult time."

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Q&A

What was Bob Tayek known for in his career?

Bob Tayek was known for being the public address announcer for the Cleveland Guardians, where he welcomed fans at Progressive Field for nearly 30 years.

When did Bob Tayek pass away?

Bob Tayek passed away on May 12, the same day the Guardians announced his death.

How did the Cleveland Guardians honor Bob Tayek after his death?

The Cleveland Guardians released a statement expressing their sadness and highlighting Bob Tayek's contributions to the ballpark experience.

What impact did Bob Tayek have on Cleveland baseball?

Bob Tayek's warm and professional presence made him a beloved figure at Progressive Field, welcoming generations of fans to Cleveland baseball.