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Bob Uecker, 'Mr. Baseball' and Former Catcher, Dies at 90

Jan 16, 2025, 03:55 PM

Bob Uecker, the iconic voice of the Milwaukee Brewers and a member of the National Baseball Hall of Fame, passed away today at the age of 90, as announced by the Brewers. Uecker, affectionately known as "Mr. Baseball," had been the Brewers' broadcaster for 54 years, following a playing career as a catcher in Major League Baseball. Renowned for his humor, he starred in commercials, the sitcom "Mr. Belvedere," and movies including the "Major League" film trilogy. He made numerous appearances on "The Tonight Show" with Johnny Carson and hosted "Saturday Night Live" and events like WrestleMania. Despite his diverse career, he always returned to his true love: baseball. His passing marks a significant loss for the baseball community and fans worldwide.