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Son of esteemed Cardinals broadcaster earns national award of his own

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A proud St. Louis native is being recognized with the highest honor in his profession. Joe Buck, a longtime broadcaster for nationally televised baseball and football games and the son of the late St. Louis Cardinals broadcasting icon Jack Buck, was just announced as the recipient of the 2026 Ford C. Frick Award, which is presented every year to a broadcaster who has provided "major contributions to baseball."

Joe Buck is the winner of the 2026 Ford C. Frick Award, joining his dad in the Baseball Hall of Fame.

— Jeff Jones (@jmjones) December 10, 2025

Joe Buck is the second in his family line to earn the Ford C.