BREAKING: The Cleveland Guardians are saddened to learn of the passing of former Cleveland manager

Baseball mourns the loss of another notable figure, as former player and manager Jeff Torborg passed away on Sunday, leaving a heartbreaking void for those who knew him on and off the field.

Torborg, widely recognized for his time with the Cleveland Guardians (then the Indians) in the 1970s, was honored by the team with a heartfelt message. The Guardians posted their condolences on X, saying, “The Cleveland Guardians are saddened to learn of the passing of former Cleveland manager, Jeff Torborg.”

Torborg managed Cleveland for parts of three seasons from 1977 to 1979. “Our thoughts are with his friends and family,” the team wrote, reflecting on his tenure with the club.

As a player, Torborg was a catcher who spent time in Major League Baseball with the Los Angeles Dodgers and the California Angels from 1964 to 1973. He finished his career with a .214 batting average, eight home runs, and 101 RBI.

After retiring, Torborg transitioned to managing, leading the Guardians, Chicago White Sox, New York Mets, Montreal Expos, and Florida Marlins. His managerial record stood at 634-718, for a .469 winning percentage.

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Torborg’s career featured two major highlights: winning the 1965 World Series as a player with the Dodgers and being named the 1990 AL Manager of the Year with the White Sox.

While his tenure with the Guardians wasn’t particularly successful, with a 157-201 record and a .439 winning percentage, Torborg remains an important part of the team’s history. He will always have a place in the hearts of those who witnessed his leadership in the Guardians’ dugout.