The Cleveland Guardians announced that owner Larry Dolan has passed away at 94 years old.
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After purchasing the team (formerly known as the Indians) for $323 million in 2000, Dolan went on to become the longest-tenured owner in franchise history.
His son, CEO and chairman/owner, Paul Dolan, released a statement following the news.
"We are saddened by the loss of our Dad, but lucky to have him as part of our lives as long as we did. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who was passionate about his family, work, our community and his love of our local sports teams, including owning the Cleveland Guardians."
Dolan was a northeast Ohio native through and through.
Notably, in 1949 he led greater Cleveland powerhouse high school St. Ignatius to its second city championship in school history, throwing a touchdown as a running back and catching an interception as a defensive back in the 13-0 win.
The Cleveland Guardians are saddened to announce the passing of Lawrence Dolan, owner of the Cleveland Guardians.
Larry purchased the Cleveland Baseball Club on February 15, 2000, from Richard Jacobs. The 2025 season is the 26th year of ownership for the Dolan family, the… pic.twitter.com/NrUYg62mtg— Cleveland Guardians (@CleGuardians) February 24, 2025
Throughout his time as the Guardians owner, the team won the Central Division seven times, and made a World Series appearance in 2016.
The Guardians ownership is now passed on to Dolan's six children.
