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Bob Uecker took a radio gig with the Milwaukee Brewers in 1971. He stayed in that job the rest of his career, becoming a franchise and national icon.

Former Milwaukee Brewers Geoff Jenkins, Corey Hart, Carlos Gomez and Owen Miller spoke with WISN 12 News about the life and legacy of Bob Uecker.

As a catcher for the Milwaukee Braves, the St. Louis Cardinals and the Philadelphia Phillies, Uecker hit .200 with 14 home runs. As a Brewers catcher in the mid-2000s, Chad Moeller hit .204 with 14 home runs. In Uecker, Moeller said on Thursday, he found a friend who could needle him with sweetness.

Bob Uecker, one of the most well-known and beloved broadcasters in sports history, has died. The Milwaukee Brewers announced in a statement on Thursday

The passing of Milwaukee Brewers icon Bob Uecker reverberated throughout the organization and city on Thursday, with fans, community leaders and others celebrating the man who touched countless lives across more than five decades in the broadcast booth.

Jorge Alfaro signed with the Brewers, looking to prove himself this spring after bouncing around in the majors for the past few years.

The baseball world lost one of its most iconic stars Thursday morning when the Milwaukee Brewers announced the death of Bob Uecker.

Milwaukee is looking to extend its four-game home win streak with a victory against Philadelphia. Sunday's meeting is the first of the season between the two teams. Milwaukee is 19-15

The beloved voice of the Milwaukee Brewers starred in 'Mr. Belvedere' and 'Major League,' and was delightfully self-deprecating on 'The Tonight Show' and in beer ads.

Celebrate Bob Uecker legacy with his iconic Major League quotes, memorable moments, and his journey as a baseball player, actor, and sportscaster.