BOB UECKER

Milwaukee native Bob Uecker, known for his humorous and lively broadcasts, has left a void in the hearts of many baseball fans. He started his career as a player in 1962 with the Milwaukee Braves, and although he had a modest . 200 batting average over six seasons, he played with teams like the St. Louis Cardinals and the Atlanta Braves. Uecker's claim to fame came l...

You might not remember Bob Uecker for his baseball skills, but you'll definitely recall his wit and humor. Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Uecker spent six seasons in the major leagues during the 1960s. His stats weren't impressive - a . 197 batting average, 14 home runs, and 74 runs batted in. He was more of a reserve player, never starting more than 62 games in a sea...