Major League Baseball, particularly the Milwaukee Brewers, faced a significant loss with the passing of Bob Uecker, the team’s longtime voice and one of the game’s most memorable personalities. During spring training, Milwaukee manager Pat Murphy paid tribute to the legendary Mr. Baseball, reflecting on Uecker’s deep connection to the team.
In a video shared on the team’s X (formerly Twitter) account, Murphy expressed how much Uecker cherished being around the team. “For those of us that became close to him and got that privilege, it’s hard. But for those of you that knew him a little bit and just saw how he operated, I can tell you this. That loss was of a guy who was authentic, who made the choice to stick with the Brewers when he could have left, many times…he could have pursued other more lucrative opportunities. He grew up here, loved it, and was part of the fabric.”
“And the way he treated people — as a superstar in his own right, a legend, if you will — he understood what it meant to reach out to others and build friendships. Anyone in the locker room felt that. He accomplished so much yet always made you feel like part of the group. His main joy in life was being in that clubhouse and part of the boys.”
“It won’t be easy going on without him, but we can remember he is a 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗱.”
Go inside the clubhouse for Pat Murphy’s emotional tribute to Bob Uecker 💙 pic.twitter.com/iukJccELha
— Milwaukee Brewers (@Brewers) February 18, 2025
Murphy’s remarks validated Uecker’s spirit, evident even in his last season. Uecker expressed his joy when the Brewers clinched the National League Central in 2024, while also feeling the sting of their playoff loss to the New York Mets—admitting it “had some sting on it.” Christian Yelich even noted how difficult it was to speak with Uecker after that loss.
Uecker’s passing in January triggered countless tributes and stories from colleagues and friends, showcasing his impact on many who worked alongside him and knew him well.
Murphy concluded his tribute with a poignant line from the 1993 baseball film The Sandlot spoken by Babe Ruth’s ghost: “It won’t be easy going on without him. You know what they say in that movie, ‘Heroes will be remembered, legends will never die.’ So I don’t think he’ll miss a pitch.” We certainly hope not.
