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Jacques Doucet, the legendary “Voice of the Expos,” has died at 86, leaving behind a legacy that defined Montreal baseball for generations. For 33 seasons, his passionate French broadcasts—translating English baseball into beloved francophone terms—became the heartbeat of the Expos, calling over 5,500 games including Dennis Martinez’s 1991 perfect game. Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2024, he continued to inspire until his final broadcast in 2022. Tributes poured in from Quebec’s sports world and beyond, honoring his role in shaping French baseball culture and mentoring future broadcasters like Marc Griffin. Beyond the microphone, Doucet authored books, shaped the French lexicon of the sport, and was enshrined in both the Quebec and Expos Halls of Fame. His voice may be gone, but his passion for the game—and for Montreal—will echo forever.

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