Uecker’s broadcasting ability came together in ‘Major League’

Two of Bob Uecker’s claims to fame — baseball and acting — came together brilliantly in one famous line: “Juuuust a bit outside!” Milwaukee fans could listen to 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.