Jack Buck

American sportscaster with Cardinals

Jack Buck - Performers & Entertainers born August 21st, 1924
Born
Died

2002
24 years ago — 78 years old

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Performers & Entertainers

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United States

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Began a career in broadcasting in the 1940s. Gained prominence as the lead radio voice of the St. Louis Cardinals, a Major League Baseball team. Provided commentary for numerous World Series and other significant sporting events. Won the National Sportscaster of the Year award multiple times. Inducted into the National Radio Hall of Fame for contributions to sports broadcasting.

Served as voice of the St. Louis Cardinals

Called multiple World Series games

Inducted into the National Radio Hall of Fame

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