John Kruk is not in the NBC Peacock booth for the Phillies-Braves Wild Card series. The absence triggered immediate backlash from Philadelphia fans. NBC assigned a national crew to the game.
Philadelphia viewers expected Kruk, a former Phillies All-Star and longtime NBC MLB analyst. He was not listed on the official broadcast lineup. Fan reaction on X and Reddit was swift.
💡 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: Why is John Kruk not calling the Phillies-Braves Wild Card series?
- A: NBC assigned a national broadcast crew for the game, and Kruk was not listed on the official Peacock lineup.
- Q: How are Philadelphia fans reacting to John Kruk’s absence?
- A: Fans expressed swift backlash on X and Reddit, upset that the former Phillies All-Star analyst was missing from the booth.
- Q: Is John Kruk a longtime NBC MLB analyst?
- A: Yes, Kruk is a former Phillies All-Star and longtime NBC MLB analyst, which fueled expectations he would call the game.