In a St. Louis Baseball Writers' Association panel discussion in 2014, Uecker said the experience left a lasting impression on him.
Bob Uecker passed away at the age of 90. He had spent a brief time with the St. Louis Cardinals and won the 1964 World Series with them.
The former backup catcher, whose ability to laugh at himself made him a beloved radio announcer and launched a successful ...
Uecker ended his major league playing career with a 200 batting average in 297 games. He had some big moments, including a hit off Sandy Koufax. And he could boast that he caught two of the best pitch ...
The baseball community shares their condolences following the news of broadcast legend Bob Uecker's passing at the age of 90.
From his time as a backup catcher to appearances on Johnny Carson's late night show to his more than five decades in the broadcast booth, people far and wide knew Bob Uecker.
Bob Uecker, who died on Jan. 15, 2025 at age 90, was a former catcher who played for the Braves in Milwaukee and Atlanta, St. Louis Cardinals and the Phillies (1966-67) during a six-year career in the ...
Bob Uecker, the longtime voice of his hometown ... including two seasons with the St. Louis Cardinals. In 1964, he was the backup catcher behind another future broadcasting legend, Tim McCarver ...
Bob Uecker, the voice of his hometown Milwaukee Brewers who after a short playing career earned the moniker “Mr. Baseball” and honors from the Hall of Fame, has died.
Bob Uecker was beloved by audiences worldwide for his broadcasting abilities, humor and acting chops, usually playing himself. He was a regular on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, who dubbed ...