(WFRV) - Legendary Milwaukee Brewers icon and member of the National Baseball Hall of Fame, Bob Uecker has passed away at 90. The Milwaukee Brewers announced the tragic news on Thursday morning via X saying, "We are heartbroken to announce that Brewers icon & Baseball Hall of Famer Bob Uecker passed away today at the age of 90." Uecker, known as "Mr. Baseball," was a bonified legend in Milwaukee and throughout Wisconsin, both on the field and in the broadcast booth for the Brewers organization. Campgrounds prepare for 2025 NFL Draft rush despite uncertain weather The Milwaukee Brewers provided the following statement on Uecker's passing: Today we take on the heaviest of burdens. Today, we say goodbye to our beloved friend, Bob Uecker. Ueck was the light of the Brewers, the soundtrack of our summers, the laughter in our hearts, and his passing is a profound loss. He was the heart and soul of Wisconsin and a dear friend. Bob loved people; his presence warmed every room and he had a way of welcoming all of us into his world as if we were lifelong friends. Saying goodbye to Bob shakes us all. He was so much more than a Milwaukee Brewers icon. He was a national treasure. Bob entertained us with his words and storytelling, so it is no surprise that his passing now leaves us at a loss for our own words. There is no describing the impact Ueck had on so many, and no words for how much he was loved. We are left with a giant void in our hearts, but also remember the laughter and joy he brought to our lives. Milwaukee Brewers "Bob faced a private battle with small cell lung cancer since early 2023, which he met with the same strength and resilience that defined him," a statement from the Uecker family reads. "Even in the face of this challenge, his enthusiasm for life was always present, never allowing his spirit to falter." Uecker started broadcasting and has been the play-by-play announcer for Milwaukee Brewers radio broadcasts since 1971. He began his 54th season calling Brewers games in 2024. Back in 1956, Uecker signed with his hometown team the Milwaukee Braves, and made his major league debut in 1962. Uecker won a World Series with the Cardinals in 1964 and played for the Milwaukee Braves, St. Louis Cardinals, Philadelphia Phillies, and Atlanta Braves from 1962 to 1967.