@AdamMcCalvy Saw your story today in my inbox and wanted to share my Bob Uecker story with you as well. Back in 1992, the only way we knew what happened in the game was Uecker’s call on the radio.
Here’s my best Bob Uecker story. I was a college student in St. Paul, MN in 1992. My roommate and a couple buddies were huddled around the radio listening to Uecker on a barely audible, very staticky broadcast of the game before Robin Yount got his 3,000th hit. 1/3
We got to see Robin hit number 3,000. While we didn’t hear Uecker during the game in the stands, whenever I think about that night and watch the replay of Robin’s hit, it’s always Uecker’s call that I remember. RIP, Mr. Baseball. #ThisIsMyCrew 3/3
Here’s my best Bob Uecker story. I was a college student in St. Paul, MN in 1992. My roommate and a couple buddies were huddled around the radio listening to Uecker on a barely audible, very staticky broadcast of the game before Robin Yount got his 3,000th hit. 1/3
We decided if Yount ended the night at 2,999 we were leaving immediately, driving through the night, and going directly to County Stadium. We did just that. Got interviewed by the local news in the ticket line at like 6:30 am. 2/3
My favorite is at the 0:50 mark when Ueck wipes the edge of the whiskey bottle and flicks behind his ear like it’s cologne. So subtle. You never hear it mentioned but it’s hilarious.
Born and raised in Wisconsin and, despite not attending UW, have always been a fan. Now my daughter @Maynamayy attends USC.
So … #OnWisconsin or #FightOn?
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About to start my 13th Wonder read aloud. I’m just as excited to read Wonder as the first time, and proud to still use the Wonder resources I created 12 years ago. https://t.co/h0xEjbfv4Y
@maynamayy broke this news in the group chat before me. On one hand, I raised her right. On the other hand, children's literature is supposed to be my area of expertise.