The Sports Lunatics Show
Shawn Lavigne, a longtime Toronto radio producer, and Howie Mooney, Ottawa television sports personality and author, discuss sports and sports history and delve into why what happened in the past is relevant today. Fun sports talk, lively interviews and always a good time.
The Sports Lunatics Show
Jan 2025 - Sports Lunatics - Remembering Bob Uecker
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Shawn Lavigne & Howie Mooney
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Season 6
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Episode 2
On January 16, 2025, Bob Uecker passed away. Shawn and Howie discuss the life of the catcher-turned-play-by-play man, pitchman, actor and personality. Howie's grandmother used to say that "It takes a brilliant man to play the clown." Uecker's ability to tell stories and make everyone laugh illustrated his brilliance. Uecker was 90 when he passed away.