Bob Uecker, Baseball Hall of Fame Broadcaster, Dead at 90

Bob Uecker, legendary baseball announcer for the Milwaukee Brewers, has died. He was 90 years old.

The sad news was confirmed by his family on the official Milwaukee Brewers X account.

"It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the passing of Bob," the statement read. "To many, he was an announcer and entertainer whose humor and voice transcended the game, but to us he was so much more."

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Additionally, the announcement noted that Uecker battled small cell lung cancer before his death, saying of the late announcer, "Even in the face of this challenge, his enthusiasm for life was always present, never allowing his spirit to falter."

Uecker's family spotlighted his contributions to baseball, before declaring, "It is his kindness, humility, and love for family and friends that we will hold closest to our hearts."

They also thanked fans for "the outpouring of love and support during this difficult time."

The Milwaukee Brewers also paid tribute to the announcer, while many more shared their thoughts on the icon as they mourned the tough loss. Additionally, the MLB Network posted a long YouTube video showcasing Uecker's character and impressive career.

Uecker, born in Milwaukee, Wis., in 1934, was a fan of the Minor League Baseball team the Milwaukee Brewers as a child. In 1956, he signed a professional contract with the Milwaukee Braves. He started playing in the Minor League with relative success, eventually making his Major League debut in 1962 with the Milwaukee Braves. He ended up switching teams a few times over the next few years, returning to the Braves, now in Atlanta, for his final season in 1967.

After his retirement from playing, he started as a broadcaster, calling play-by-play for the Milwaukee Brewers in 1971, quickly hitting his stride and making a name for himself in the broadcasting world.

Uecker was named the Wisconsin Sportscaster of the Year five times in the '70s and '80s and was inducted into the National Radio Hall of Fame in 2001. Over the years, he received many other major honors.

Uecker is survived by two children, Sue Ann and Bob Jr., whom he shares with his first wife, Joyce, who died in 2015. The couple also had two more children, Leeann and Steve, who died in 2022 and 2012, respectively.

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