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MONTREAL, Quebec — Canada’s baseball community is mourning the reported passing of Jacques Doucet, the iconic French-language voice of baseball in Canada and one of the country’s most respected sportscasters. Doucet reportedly died on August 27, 2026, at the age of 86, leaving behind a remarkable broadcasting legacy that influenced generations of baseball fans.
Known for his distinctive voice, deep knowledge of the game, and passion for baseball, Doucet became a beloved figure among French-speaking audiences, particularly through his decades of coverage of the Montreal Expos.
Remembering Jacques Doucet
Born on March 8, 1940, in Montreal, Quebec, Doucet began his journalism career in 1959 as a translator with the Canadian Press before moving into sports journalism with La Presse in 1962.
His connection with the Montreal Expos began in 1968 when he covered the team as a reporter and official scorer. Those early years helped establish the foundation for a broadcasting career that would span more than five decades.
Doucet entered the broadcast booth in 1969 and later became the full-time French-language play-by-play announcer for the Montreal Expos in 1972. He held that position until the team’s final season in Montreal in 2004.
For countless fans, Doucet’s voice became part of the experience of summer baseball. His ability to describe the excitement, emotion, and strategy of the game helped create lasting memories for listeners throughout Quebec and beyond.
A Career Dedicated to Baseball
During his broadcasting career, Doucet reportedly called more than 5,000 Major League Baseball games. Among the historic moments he described were perfect games by Dennis Martínez in 1991 and David Cone in 1999 against the Montreal Expos.
His contributions to baseball were recognized through several honors, including inductions into the Quebec Baseball Hall of Fame, the Montreal Expos Hall of Fame, and the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame.
Following the departure of the Expos from Montreal, Doucet continued promoting baseball in Quebec. He worked with Encore Baseball Montréal, later returned to broadcasting with the Québec Capitales, and eventually became the French-language voice of the Toronto Blue Jays on TVA Sports, a role he held until his retirement in 2022.
Beyond broadcasting, Doucet also helped preserve baseball history through writing. He co-authored the two-volume history of the Montreal Expos, Il était une fois les Expos, further documenting the story of the franchise he helped bring closer to fans.
Cause of Death and Funeral Information
The circumstances and cause of Jacques Doucet’s reported passing have not been fully disclosed in the information available.
Details regarding funeral arrangements, memorial services, and official family announcements have not yet been provided. The family and authorized representatives will share additional information when available.
Friends, colleagues, baseball fans, and members of the community are encouraged to respect the privacy of Doucet’s loved ones during this time of mourning.
Jacques Doucet leaves behind an enduring legacy as a broadcaster who helped define baseball for French-speaking Canadians. His voice, storytelling ability, and dedication to the sport will continue to be remembered by the many people who listened to and appreciated his work.
Heartfelt condolences are extended to Jacques Doucet’s family, friends, former colleagues, and all baseball fans mourning his loss.
May his memory continue through the stories he told, the games he described, and the generations of fans he inspired.
Forever remembered.
Never forgotten.
Disclaimer: The information on this website is for general information purposes only and not all information is accurate. Details regarding Jacques Doucet’s death, cause of death, obituary, funeral arrangements, and memorial services should be confirmed through official family statements, authorized representatives, or reliable sources. The family will share additional obituary, funeral, and memorial details when available.
