“Mr. Baseball,” Bob Uecker, the longtime Milwaukee Brewers announcer arguably best known for his role in 1989’s Major League, died this morning at his home. He was 90.
“Saying goodbye to Bob shakes us all. He was so much more than a Milwaukee Brewers icon. He was a national treasure,” the Brewers said in a statement. “Bob entertained us with his words and storytelling, so it is no surprise that his passing now leaves us at a loss for our own words.
“There is no describing the impact Ueck had on so many, and no words for how much he was loved,” the team added. “We are left with a giant void in our hearts, but also remember the laughter and joy he brought to our lives throughout the years.”
Uecker was the Brewers’ primary broadcaster for 54 seasons.
Before his broadcasting career, the Milwaukee native signed with the Milwaukee Braves in 1956. He spent several years in the minor leagues with various affiliate clubs before making his major league debut in 1962.
A backup catcher, he played from 1962 to 1967 for the Milwaukee Braves, St. Louis Cardinals, Philadelphia Phillies, and Atlanta Braves. He won a World Series with the Cardinals in 1964.
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