Bob Uecker, Beloved Voice Of The Milwaukee Brewers, Dies At 90

MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee Brewers legend and Baseball Hall of Famer Bob Uecker has passed away at the age of 90. A Milwaukee native, Uecker spent 54 remarkable years as the voice of the Brewers, captivating generations of baseball fans with his unmatched humor and masterful storytelling.

Uecker’s family said he had small-cell lung cancer since 2023.

Uecker "was the light of the Brewers, the soundtrack of our summers, the laughter in our hearts, and his passing is a profound loss," the Brewers said in a tribute posted to social media on Thursday.

"He was the heart and soul of Wisconsin and a dear friend. 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. Saying goodbye to Bob shakes us all. He was so much more than a Milwaukee Brewers icon. He was a national treasure."

Uecker’s professional baseball journey began in 1956 when he signed with his hometown Milwaukee Braves, eventually making his major league debut in 1962.

As a dependable backup catcher, Uecker played for the Braves, St. Louis Cardinals, Philadelphia Phillies, and Atlanta Braves during his career.

A standout moment came in 1964 when he earned a World Series title with the Cardinals.

Uecker transitioned to broadcasting in 1971, quickly becoming the beloved voice of the Milwaukee Brewers.

For over five decades, his play-by-play commentary, infused with wit and humor, endeared him to generations of fans.

Uecker’s comedic talents extended beyond the booth, most memorably in his hilarious role as broadcaster Harry Doyle in the cult classic baseball film Major League, where his signature delivery brought even more fans into his world.

At the close of his final broadcast, following the Brewers' defeat to the New York Mets in the 2024 National League Wild Card Series, Uecker remarked, "I’m telling you, that one, had some sting on it."