Pat Murphy reads emotional Bob Uecker message after Brewers clinch MLB playoff spot
NY Post
The Brewers became the first MLB team to clinch a playoff berth Saturday, and beloved broadcasting legend Bob Uecker was prominent in the post-game celebration.
The Hall of Fame announcer died in January, but Milwaukee manager Pat Murphy read an emotional message attributed to Uecker in the clubhouse following a walk-off win over the Cardinals.
According to the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel, the letter — which was handed to Murphy by owner Mark Attanasio — was “a tribute to Uecker,” so it is unclear if it necessarily was written by him.
“Howdy, boys. Never a doubt you would get this invitation. You did it by believing. Really miss you guys, and I wish I was there,” Murphy read. “The God Almighty picked me to be on his team up here, albeit I’m the third catcher.
“Told the big guy about you guys. You play hard every night. You’re not afraid to play for each other. He’s obviously very interested in the group with this uncommon goodness… The fact that you have the best record in baseball and the best road record in baseball caught his attention. I know you guys really don’t need me, but I’ve got to tell you, I’ll be on the headset every night watching. And don’t forget to take it all in, enjoy it, keep it light and believe in each other. — Bob Uecker.”
Murphy then raised a champagne glass and added, “So let’s toast to him and our team and what we’ve achieved so far.”
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