Team founder Bud Selig and Hall of Fame radio voice Bob Uecker formed inseparable bond, becoming godfathers of Brewers baseball.
Bud Selig recalled how Bob Uecker, a friend for more than 50 years, could leave people "feeling a little better."
Former Major League Baseball commissioner Bud Selig pays respect to Bob Uecker following the baseball legend's passing
Uecker died Thursday morning from small-cell lung cancer. I talked with former Brewer and friend of Uecker, Jerry Augustine, on Friday. He says we can thank one person for bringin
Former MLB Commissioner Bud Selig leads tributes to his "dear lifelong friend" as sports world celebrates Uecker's lasting impact
A version of this story originally ran on April 25, 2014. Bob Uecker passed away on Thursday at 90. MILWAUKEE -- When the Brewers first proposed another Bob Uecker statue at Miller Park, he rejected the idea. "I was under the impression that they wanted me to work up there," Uecker deadpanned.
Brewers team principal owner Mark Attanasio said there are plans in the works for ways to honor Bob Uecker, including a big celebration in summer.
The late Bob Uecker's reach extends well beyond Milwaukee Brewers radio broadcasts. Let's run down his pop-culture appearances and famous one-liners.
Robin Yount can’t wait to hear Bud Selig’s speech. “I was scared to death when I got up there,” said Yount, referring to his acceptance speech in 1999 upon being inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame after a stellar 20-year career with the Milwaukee Brewers.
Bob Uecker was known for many things in a life well lived. A part of Uecker’s life, one probably not mentioned in the many glowing remembrances written about the Hall of Fame broadcaster and American treasure,
MLB Commissioner Emeritus and former Brewers owner Bud Selig “While this onetime backup catcher was known for his self-deprecating style, Bob Uecker was one of the game’s most beloved figures ...
The Uecker family said they're working with the Brewers to hold a public celebration of life event to honor him this summer.