It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Bob Tayek, the beloved public address announcer for the Cleveland Guardians, who served as the voice of Progressive Field since the late 1990s. The team announced his death on Tuesday, May 12, ahead of their home game, marking the end of an era for Cleveland baseball.

For nearly three decades, Tayek's warm and professional presence became an integral part of the ballpark experience, welcoming generations of fans with each announcement. The Guardians released a heartfelt statement, saying, "It is with great sadness we share the news that our longtime public address announcer, Bob Tayek, has passed away today. 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."

As fans don their Guardians gear and fill the stands, Tayek's iconic voice will be deeply missed, but his legacy will echo through every crack of the bat and roar of the crowd at Progressive Field. For those who want to honor his memory, wearing your favorite Guardians cap or jersey is a fitting tribute to the man who helped make every game feel like home.