‘Juuuust a bit outside!’ Uecker’s acting and broadcasting ability came together to make him a unique celebrity
Two of Bob Uecker’s claims to fame — baseball and acting — came together brilliantly in one famous line: “Juuuust a bit outside!” It was the combination of humor and great broadcasting that made him one of America’s great personalities.
‘Juuuust a bit outside!’ Uecker’s acting and broadcasting ability came together in ‘Major League’
Milwaukee fans could listen to Bob Uecker broadcast Brewers games for over a half-century. But he showed off his play-by-play skills — and comedic talent — for more of a national audience when he appeared in the 1989 classic “Major League” as Cleveland announcer Harry Doyle.
Bob Uecker starred in 'Major League'; here are his famous quotes as foul-mouthed broadcaster Harry Doyle
To us, he's a broadcaster, but nationally, most may know Bob Uecker by a different name: Harry Doyle. These quotes from 'Major League' live forever.
Skip Griparis remembers Bob Uecker, reflects on acting alongside Brewers legend in 'Major League'
Bob Uecker had many partners in the radio booth over the years, but his partner in Major League—Monte—was Skip Griparis.
'I was just pinching myself': Skip Griparis recalls playing opposite Bob Uecker in 'Major League'
Major League' was the first acting role ever for Skip Griparis, who played the soft-spoken sidekick to Bob Uecker's memorable Harry Doyle character.
'I must be in the front row:' The iconic beer commercials featuring Bob Uecker almost didn't happen
He was an announcer and media celebrity, but Bob Uecker might have gained more notoriety than anything else as a beer ...
Bob Uecker's portfolio of pop-culture appearances, including funny quotes and one-liners
The late Bob Uecker's reach extends well beyond Milwaukee Brewers radio broadcasts. Let's run down his pop-culture appearances and famous one-liners.
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The legend of Harry Doyle: 'Major League' director talks Uecker's classic character
"In way, there is no 'Major League' without Bob Uecker," Director David S. Ward told me in a phone call. The world became a ...
New Journal Sentinel book: ‘Bob Uecker: The Life and Career of the Milwaukee Brewers’ Legendary Broadcaster’
Celebrate the life and legend of Bob Uecker with this new commemorative book from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.
Brewers sign a pitcher from Japanese league with one of the most unique fastballs in baseball
A pitcher who spent last season playing in Japan has signed with a major-league club, but it isn't Roki Sasaki. The Milwaukee Brewers announced the signing of right-handed pitcher Elvin Rodriguez, who ...
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Fans share love for Uecker, 'The best friend I never met'
This story was excerpted from Adam McCalvy's Brewers Beat newsletter. To read the full newsletter, click here. And subscribe ...
R.I.P. Bob Uecker: No Baseball Player Ever Did More With Less
No baseball player has ever done more with less than Uecker. He played in the majors for six years, but he never exactly ...