Before broadcasting for 50-some years, I did TV, played 10 years in the big leagues, won a world … - Bob Uecker

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I haven't much time to be fond of anything. . . but when I have a moment's fondness to bestow, most times. . . the roses get it. I began my life among them in my father's nursery garden, and I shall end my life among them, if I can. Yes. One of these days (please God) I shall retire from catching thieves, and try my hand at growing roses.

Bob Uecker

Before broadcasting for 50-some years, I did TV, played 10 years in the big leagues, won a world championship - and played a big part in that, too, letting the Cardinals inject me with hepatitis. Takes a big man to do that.

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