Bob Uecker once played a tuba while shagging balls in the outfield during the 1964 World Series
Over 60 years ago, Uecker made headlines not for what he did at the plate during the 1964 World Series, when he played one of his six MLB seasons with the St. Louis Cardinals. He actually never played in the seven-game series. But he made headlines for what he did before a game.
Last Word on Sports on MSN1d
That Time Bob Uecker Was a Hero (Really!)
Did you hear the one about the time Bob Uecker propelled the St. Louis Cardinals to the 1964 World Series? First, let’s set the scene before we get too far ahead of ourselves.
How Johnny Carson gave Bob Uecker his ‘Mr. Baseball’ nickname
Well, of course, it is World Series time, and as I’ve said before, when the word baseball is mentioned, I guess my name would automatically come to your mind.”
Bob Uecker's Net Worth: Brewers Broadcaster, 'Mr. Baseball' Dead at 90
Bob Uecker had an estimated net worth in the millions thanks to a 50-year career as an announcer and stints in movies and TV.
Bob Uecker's portfolio of pop-culture appearances, including funny quotes and one-liners
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.
Bob Uecker, longtime Milwaukee Brewers announcer known as "Mr. Baseball," dies at age 90
Bob Uecker was 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.
'I don't even remember playing here': Bob Uecker's brief Cardinals career was full of stories
In a St. Louis Baseball Writers' Association panel discussion in 2014, Uecker said the experience left a lasting impression on him.
Baseball world reacts to the passing of Hall of Fame broadcaster Bob Uecker
The baseball community shares their condolences following the news of broadcast legend Bob Uecker's passing at the age of 90.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel7d
Bob Uecker once played a tuba while shagging balls in the outfield during the 1964 World Series
During that season, Uecker played in 40 games, had 21 hits and six RBI, one home run and 24 strikeouts in 106 at-bats. Hear Bob Uecker talk about the time he donned a tuba during the 1964 World ...
USA Today7d
Bob Uecker once played a tuba while shagging balls in the outfield during the 1964 World Series
Bob Uecker was always up for a good time ... Uecker made headlines not for what he did at the plate during the 1964 World Series while with the St. Louis Cardinals. He actually never played ...
Dodgers land multiple top free agents, plus remembering Bob Uecker
This is The Athletic’s MLB newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Windup directly in your inbox. Not content to simply win it all, the Dodgers Death Star project has now completed (maybe?) its second winter of construction.
Watch: Bob Uecker Interviews Detroit Tigers Legend in Rare Footage
The passing of “Mr. Baseball,” Bob Uecker, prompted many fans to share old footage of Bob Uecker’s best TV moments.