John Kruk

Quick Facts

Full Name	John Kruk
Occupation	Baseball Player
Date Of Birth	Feb 9, 1961(1961-02-09)
Age	63
Birthplace	Charleston
Country	United States
Birth City	West Virginia
Horoscope	Aquarius

John Kruk Biography

John Kruk is one of the most popular and richest Baseball Player who was born on February 9, 1961 in Charleston, West Virginia, United States. The freeswinging MLB first baseman, who was chosen on three All-Star teams and also hit .300 throughout his career. He became a baseball analyst for ESPN following his retirement.

He was fearful to play against left handed player He was deathly afraid of playing against left-handed pitcher Randy Johnson in the All-Star game. in the All-Star game.

Kruk signed as a #3 Special Draft selection on June 13, 1981 with scout Hank Zacharias. He began his professional career with the San Diego Padres after being drafted in 1981. He played in such outposts as Walla Walla, Reno, Beaumont, and Las Vegas, before making his debut with the Padres in 1986. In this same year he played in the Liga Mexicana del Pacifico with the Mexicali Eagles. Kruk helped the Mexicali Eagles win both the League championship title and Caribbean Series Baseball Title.

Kruk’s breakout year was 1987 with the Padres. He hit .313 with 20 home runs and 91 RBI, and stole 18 bases, showing surprising speed for someone of his build, although he was caught ten times. He was featured as a backup on the National League All-Star Team in the Nintendo game R.B.I. Baseball. On April 13, 1987, Marvell Wynne, Tony Gwynn, and Kruk became the first players in major league history to open their half of the 1st inning with three consecutive solo home runs in a 13-6 loss to the San Francisco Giants.

After divorcing his former wife Jamie after which he got married Melissa Kruk and they had two children.

John Kruk Net Worth

John Kruk is one of the richest Baseball Player from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, John Kruk 's net worth $4 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He was one of the very first Allegany Community College graduate to play Major League Baseball.

He was instrumental in guiding his team Philadelphia Phillies to the 1993 National League pennant.

John Martin Kruk (born February 9, 1961) is an American former professional baseball first baseman and outfielder. Kruk played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the San Diego Padres, Philadelphia Phillies, and Chicago White Sox from 1986 through 1995. During his career, he was a three-time MLB All-Star. After retiring as a player, Kruk became a baseball analyst for ESPN. He is now a color commentator for Phillies’ games on NBC Sports Philadelphia.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

John Kruk height 5 ft 10 in John weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is John Kruk Dating?

According to our records, John Kruk married to Melissa McLoughlin. As of December 1, 2023, John Kruk’s is not dating anyone.

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A quotable character throughout his career who had written a book called I Ain’t an Athlete, Lady published in 1994, Kruk turned to broadcasting and commenting on the game. He has since worked for Major League Baseball on Fox, The Best Damn Sports Show Period, and local telecasts in Philadelphia.

Facts & Trivia

John Ranked on the list of most popular Baseball Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. John Kruk celebrates birthday on February 9 of every year.

Moving to the American League to serve as a designated hitter, Kruk signed with the Chicago White Sox on May 12, 1995, batting .308/.399/.390 in his only season with the ballclub. In the first inning of the White Sox’s 8–3 loss to the Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards on July 30, he singled off Scott Erickson, advanced to and was stranded on third base, removed himself from the game and promptly retired as an active player due to chronic knee soreness. He had made the decision two days earlier and informed his teammates on the eve of his retirement. The parting statement he issued to the media simply read, “The desire to compete at this level is gone. When that happens, it’s time to go.” Kruk finished his 10-year career with a .300 batting average, 100 home runs and 592 runs batted in.

Top Facts about John Kruk

1. John Kruk played 10 seasons in MLB.
2. He was a three-time All-Star and won a batting title.
3. Kruk had a career batting average of .300.
4. He played for the Phillies, Padres, and White Sox.
5. Kruk is now an analyst for ESPN’s Baseball Tonight.
6. He has been with ESPN since 2004.
7. Kruk is known for his humorous on-air personality.
8. He was inducted into the Phillies Wall of Fame in 2011.
9. Kruk battled testicular cancer in 1994 and recovered fully.
10. His nickname was “Krukker.”

Is John Kruk in the Hall of Fame?

Not in Hall of Fame – 44. John Kruk.

How old is John Kruk?

61 years (February 9, 1961)

How did Kruk retire?

But after complaining of pain in his knees during his comeback with the White Sox, Kruk finally called an end to his 10-year major league career Sunday by retiring after a first-inning single off Scott Erickson in the White Sox’s 8-3 loss to Baltimore.

How tall is John Kruk?

5′ 10″

Why did Kruk leave ESPN?

John Kruk left ESPN because he was tired of meetings and non-stop phone calls from Bristol – New York Daily News.