Former MLB Commissioner Bud Selig leads tributes to his “dear lifelong friend” as sports world celebrates Uecker’s lasting impact
Former MLB Commissioner Bud Selig leads tributes to his “dear lifelong friend” as sports world celebrates Uecker’s lasting impact
Former MLB Commissioner Bud Selig leads tributes to his “dear lifelong friend” as sports world celebrates Uecker’s lasting impact
The world of baseball and fans mourn the loss of Bob Uecker, the renowned broadcaster and former MLB player who passed away recently.
“Mr. Baseball” death marks the end of an era in baseball broadcasting, as fans and colleagues reflect on his remarkable career and indomitable spirit.
Former Brewers owner and MLB Commissioner, Bud Selig, issued a heartfelt statement expressing the depth of his friendship with Uecker. “I am heartbroken with the loss of my dear lifelong friend Bob Uecker,” Selig stated. He highlighted Uecker’s unique ability to make others “feel at ease, share a laugh, and always left people feeling a little better.”
Commissioner Emeritus Bud Selig on Bob Uecker: pic.twitter.com/G1KzRa0b0s
In a statement from the Commissioner of Baseball, Robert D. Manfred, Jr., he said he will never be forgotten. “Bob was the genuine item: always the funniest person in any room he was in.” he added, “We are grateful for this baseball life like no other, and we will never forget him.”
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Legend.
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MLB Network mourns the passing of Hall of Fame broadcaster Bob Uecker. pic.twitter.com/wpt3EKZvtN
JJ Watt responded to the Milwaukee Brewers post on X, formerly known as Twitter, thanking “Mr. Baseball” for the memories.
An absolute Legend.
Truly.
Rest in Peace Bob.
Thanks for all the memories.
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Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers released in a statement.
“He was beloved, not just in Wisconsin but across the country. He was a giant, and I—like so many other lifelong Brewers fans—will miss hearing his enthusiasm and love for the game and our Brewers on the airwaves.”
Thanks for all the memories, Ueck. You sure will be missed. pic.twitter.com/Jr6FaYp46M
Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson said, “The city is enormously saddened with the news of Bob Uecker’s passing. Bob was Milwaukee baseball.”
The city is enormously saddened with news of Bob Uecker’s passing. Bob was Milwaukee baseball. His laugh-out-loud self-deprecation brought enjoyment for fans of baseball, TV sitcoms, and national talk shows. He loved baseball, the Brewers and Milwaukee. pic.twitter.com/PoZgZ5B7Uv
Flowers, hats & Miller Lite cans are beginning to line the base of the Bob Uecker statue outside American Family Field.
Lots of tears and reflection happening out here this morning following the death of the team’s beloved broadcaster. pic.twitter.com/UvpHyheqBN
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