Bob Uecker was the legendary voice of the Milwaukee Brewers, earning him the nickname “Mr. Brewers.” Baseball’s star, who had a short career as a baseball player and eventually went on to be inducted into the Hall of Fame, has passed away. He was 90 years old.

The Brewers announced Uecker’s death on Thursday morning, calling it “one of the most difficult days in Milwaukee Brewers history.” In a statement released by the Milwaukee team, Uecker’s family said he had been battling small cell lung cancer since early 2023. (Related: New information about former college football player killed in NOLA terrorist attack shows he was a ‘true American hero’)

“Bob was the real deal, always the funniest guy in any room and always a great ambassador for our national pastime,” MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred said. Ta. official statement. “We are grateful for a unique baseball career and will never forget him.

“On behalf of Major League Baseball, we extend our deepest condolences to Bob’s family, his many friends in the game, his Brewers fans, and the countless baseball fans who admired him.”

We are heartbroken to announce that Brewers icon and Baseball Hall of Famer Bob Uecker has passed away today at the age of 90. pic.twitter.com/EJRBC8Cjj4

— Milwaukee Brewers (@Brewers) January 16, 2025

During his playing days, Uecker played for the Milwaukee Braves, Atlanta Braves, St. Louis Cardinals, and Philadelphia Phillies, winning a championship with the Cards in 1964. Uecker’s major league career lasted six seasons, and he played as a backup catcher.

In 1971, Uecker became the Brewers’ official spokesperson, a role he held until his retirement.