Phillies analyst John Kruk has committed to staying with NBC Sports Philadelphia for the next four years, ensuring fans will continue to enjoy his unfiltered commentary and signature humor.
As revealed in Philadelphia Magazine, Kruk agreed to a contract extension this past winter, keeping him in the Phillies broadcast booth alongside Tom McCarthy and a rotating lineup of Mike Schmidt, Ben Davis, and Ruben Amaro Jr. Their chemistry was evident last season when they ranked No. 7 in Awful Announcing‘s annual local broadcast rankings.
Since joining the booth in 2017, Kruk has become a fan favorite with his laid-back style, quick wit, and unpredictable takes. Despite recent health concerns, the 64-year-old remains dedicated to calling the game his way—without overanalyzing or following rigid production scripts.
Kruk himself summed up his approach best: “I didn’t pattern nothing, I just talk. It’s just baseball. My God, I’ve been doing it my whole life. It ain’t like I’m curing cancer or anything.”
With his candid insights and relaxed style, Kruk will continue to be a key voice in Phillies broadcasts for the foreseeable future.
