Larry Dolan, the longest-tenured owner of the Cleveland Guardians, passed away at the age of 94. He led the franchise with a passion for the team and the Cleveland community. Purchasing the Cleveland Baseball Club in 2000, Dolan steered the organization through periods of transition and rebuild, maintaining competitiveness with several AL Central titles, wild-card berths, and an AL pennant under his watch.
Son Paul Dolan has taken over as the control person for the organization, continuing the family’s legacy in baseball ownership. While facing criticism about payrolls, the Dolans’ tenure has been marked by continuity and success on the field. With a regular-season record ranking seventh in the majors since 2000, the Cleveland Guardians and Larry Dolan leave a lasting impact on the team and the city of Cleveland.
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