“Bonsoir, il est parti” — Voice of Quebec Baseball Rodger Brulotte Dies at 79
The voice that defined baseball for an entire generation in Quebec has fallen silent and for millions, it feels like the end of an era.
Rodger Brulotte, the beloved commentator whose signature calls echoed through summer nights, has died at the age of 79. For decades, he was more than just a voice behind the microphone, he was the heartbeat of the game for French-speaking fans, bringing energy, emotion and unmistakable passion to every pitch.
His passing follows a difficult health battle that began in late 2025, when he underwent surgery for a cancerous tumor. Though he briefly returned home, complications soon followed and despite moments of hope, his condition worsened. Those close to him say he faced it all with remarkable calm, never losing his spirit, never letting others see the full weight of his struggle.
To understand why this loss hits so deeply, you have to understand what Brulotte represented. He was there from the early days of the Montreal Expos, a franchise that captured the imagination of a province. He worked behind the scenes in multiple roles before stepping into the broadcast booth, where he truly became a legend. His iconic home run call became part of Quebec culture, repeated in stadiums, streets and living rooms for decades.
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Even after the Expos left in 2004, Brulotte never left the game. He continued to bring baseball to fans as an analyst for the Toronto Blue Jays, ensuring that the connection between Quebec and the sport remained alive. His voice carried continuity, memory and identity for fans who refused to let their love for baseball fade.
But his impact went far beyond broadcasting. He was deeply involved in grassroots baseball, mentoring young players, supporting community programs and giving back through countless charitable efforts. Honors followed, including national recognition for his contribution to the sport and his role in shaping its media landscape in Canada.
What makes this moment especially powerful is that Brulotte himself once said how he wanted to be remembered. Not with silence, not with solemn words, but with the same phrase that made him famous, a phrase now echoing with new meaning.
“Bonsoir, il est parti.”
Tonight, that call is no longer about a home run, it’s about farewell.
And as tributes pour in from across the sports world, one thing is clear, voices like his don’t come around often and they don’t get replaced.
Stay with us for continuing coverage and reactions from across the baseball world, as we remember a man who didn’t just describe the game, he made people feel it.
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