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legendary broadcaster Jack Brickhouse dies from cardiac arrest at the age of 82

On August 6, 1998, legendary broadcaster Jack Brickhouse dies from cardiac arrest at the age of 82. The likeable Brickhouse began his broadcasting career in 1934, working for a radio station in his native Peoria, Illinois. Known for his trademark home run call of β€œHey Hey!,” Brickhouse announced Chicago Cubs games from 1941 to 1981….