Phillies: Top Five First Basemen in Franchise History

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TORONTO – OCTOBER 17: John Kruk
TORONTO – OCTOBER 17: John Kruk

3.  John Kruk (1989 – 1994)

Part of the throwback team in 1993 that defied odds to win the National League pennant, John Kruk was a consistent .300 hitter during his time in Philadelphia.

Kruk demonstrated his offensive prowess early, hitting .339 in 81 games in 1989. His best season was in 1991, when he hist 21 home runs and knocked in 92. This began a string of three consecutive All-Star appearances for Kruk. In the field, Kruk was above average, posting a .995 fielding percentage.

John Kruk became a free agent following the 1994 seasons. He signed with the White Sox and on July 30, 1995, following a single, Kruk removed himself form the game and retired. He finished his career with a .300 batting average and 100 home runs.

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