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Bob Uecker, Broadcast Voice of the Milwaukee Brewers, Dies at 90


Bob Uecker, a former baseball catcher, actor and longtime Milwaukee Brewers broadcaster, died Thursday, the Brewers confirmed. He was 90.

“He brought joy to countless listeners through his wit, charisma, and love for baseball, Milwaukee, and all of Wisconsin, creating a legacy that will forever be cherished,” the Uecker family said in a statement. Bob loved people; his presence warmed every room and he had a way of welcoming all of us into his world as if we were lifelong friends.” Uecker won several accolades, including the top baseball broadcast recognition, the Ford C. Frick Award, in 2003.

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