The 1989 baseball comedy filmed in Milwaukee featured Uecker's memorable performance as cynical, and very funny, play-by-play announcer Harry Doyle.

Governor Tony Evers honors the late Bob Uecker, celebrating his legacy as "Mr. Baseball" in Wisconsin and beyond.

"He made countless contributions to the history and culture of Major League Baseball, and he was active in giving back to our communities and our state."

One of the most beloved icons in Wisconsin's history, Bob Uecker passed away early on Thursday morning at age 90, the Milwaukee Brewers and

The Bucks gave an extended tribute to Bob Uecker, the voice of the Brewers who was beloved by fans and a Baseball Hall of Famer.

Next to an empty table and chairs in the corner of The Jackson Grill stands a candlelit tribute with pictures of Bob Uecker: a way of honoring the iconic Brewers announcer and the man staff considered a regular at their supper club in the wake of his death.

The former backup catcher, whose ability to laugh at himself made him a beloved radio announcer and launched a successful acting career, died Thursday.

For many, it's like losing a member of the family. His voice, a familiar and reassuring presence in our lives for generations. A city native, Uecker was synonymous with Milwaukee and Wisconsin. Funny, self-deprecating yet earnest and serious about what counts. The tributes are rolling in.

The tributes are pouring in for Bob Uecker, “Mr. Baseball,” the Milwaukee Brewers’ longtime radio announcer, who died Thursday at age 90. And the words used to describe him depict a man who was cherished by family, friends and fans alike.

The baseball world reacted Thursday to the death of Bob Uecker, who gained more fame as a broadcaster and actor after his brief playing career ended.