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'Mr. Baseball' Bob Uecker passes away at 90

Bob Uecker brought the Brewers to life for generations of fans. And that was just the start of a second career in entertainment that reached far beyond the ballpark. Uecker, the backup catcher turned Hollywood star,

Bob Uecker’s 6 most memorable ‘Major League’ lines

Uecker played George Owens during the successful 122-episode run of the series that lasted six years, as the head of the family and sports writer in a home that brings in a butler who struggles to adapt to an American household.

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Bob Uecker’s brilliant comedic talent was on full display in ‘Major League.’ Watch his famous line

Uecker, who died Jan. 16 at the age of 90, was a career .200 hitter across six seasons in Major League Baseball. He ultimately embraced his own ineptitude, often mocking himself for his lack of ability on the diamond.

Top prospect Shotaro Morii bypasses Japanese baseball

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Shotaro Morii, 18-year-old 2-way player, bypasses Japanese baseball to sign with Athletics

Hoping to become a two-way player in Major League Baseball just like Shohei Ohtani, 18-year-old Shotaro Morii made the rare decision to bypass Japanese professional baseball entirely and agreed to a minor league contract with the Athletics that includes a signing bonus of $1,

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Athletics signee Shotaro Morii is charting a rare path for Japanese baseball players

Japanese baseball stars have almost exclusively come to MLB after playing in NPB. Morii is breaking precedent by signing with the A's.

Kyodo News on MSN · 17h

Baseball: A's sign Japanese two-way amateur Morii to big deal

Two-way high school star Shotaro Morii signed with Major League Baseball's Athletics, the team announced Wednesday, with a $1.5 million signing bonus that is reportedly a record for a Japanese amateur.

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MLB rumors: Mets send warning to Pete Alonso, Blue Jays to restart Vladimir Guerrero extension negotiations

The Mets and longtime first baseman Pete Alonso have continued to negotiate on a potential reunion, with the sides "making ...

The inside story of Uecker's final game as baseball bids farewell to legend

Jeff Levering, the Swiss Army knife of the Brewers’ broadcast team who bounces between radio and television depending on the ...

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Guardians, MLB announce start times for 2025 regular season, spring training games

The Guardians and Major League Baseball announced start times for contests during spring training and in the regular season.

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After Bob Uecker's death, Cleveland Guardians release statement on 'baseball legend'

Cleveland's Major League franchise helped give Bob Uecker a cult following as "Harry Doyle." Read the MLB club's statement ...

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Legendary MLB announcer dies at 90: ‘His enthusiasm for life was always present’

Bob Uecker, the iconic voice of the Milwaukee Brewers, was known for broadcasting and his appearance in "Major League." ...

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Fans Vote Ketel Marte Best Second Baseman in MLB

The fan vote placed Marte at the top of all current MLB second basemen, leading some of MLB's best in Jose Altuve, Ozzie ...

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Bob Uecker career highlights, from baseball's broadcast booth to movies and Johnny Carson

Bob Uecker's death has prompted all kinds of memories from his baseball, broadcasting and acting career to resurface.

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MLB free agency: Jesse Winker reportedly returning to Mets; Dodgers, Padres, Blue Jays waiting on Roki Sasaki

MLB free agency is cruising right along, with many of the big names, including Juan Soto, off the board. But some impact ...

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