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. He was 90. The team announced Uecker died this morning (1/16), calling it “one of the most difficult days in Milwaukee Brewers history.” Uecker’s family said he had battled small cell lung cancer since early 2023. “Ueck” was best known as a colorful comedian and broadcaster… including being a favorite guest of Johnny Carson – making more than 100 appearances on “The Tonight Show“. Carson is the one who gave him the tongue-in-cheek moniker “Mr. Baseball” as a nod to his mediocre baseball career. Uecker reached most households as one of the Miller Lite All-Stars in popular commercials for the beer brand, and later launched his TV acting career in 1985 on the ABC sitcom, “Mr. Belvedere.” Uecker also played a prominent role in the movie “Major League“, and it’s sequel, as crass announcer Harry Doyle! In the movie, his hilarious description (below) of a bad pitch – “Juuuust a bit outside!” – is used to this day by announcers and fans everywhere. Read more about life and career HERE
