Phillies: Five Candidates to Join the Phillies Broadcast Team

Mar 4, 2015; Tampa, FL, USA; ESPN baseball analyst John Kruk talks with New York Yankees guest instructor Reggie Jackson before a spring training baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

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John Kruk

Since mutually agreeing to leave ESPN, the fan-favorite Kruk has been looking for opportunities to stay in the booth.

He acknowledged the desire to stay in broadcasting, although he joked about getting into personal fitness.

ESPN and I have mutually agreed to part ways. I can't thank them enough for all they have done for me and my family.
— John Kruk (@JohnKruk) October 4, 2016

I will continue to pursue TV opportunities so I can continue covering the game I love
— John Kruk (@JohnKruk) October 4, 2016

Kruk has the experience, personality, and history with the fans needed to be successful on the broadcast team. He is an early favorite to join Tom McCarthy, Ben Davis, Greg Murphy, and Mike Schimidt on the broadcast team.

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