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My Take
Mike Krukow, fondly known as "Kruk," is one of those rare figures who built two distinct chapters of a life in the game. Born in Long Beach, California, he pitched in the majors for the Cubs, Phillies and Giants before reinventing himself as a beloved Giants color commentator. I find his second act genuinely impressive; staying in fans' hearts long after the playing days end takes real warmth and insight, not just résumé. A pitcher who understands both the grip on a baseball and the rhythms of a broadcast booth is a treasure. His enduring presence in San Francisco baseball deserves a real round of applause.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Mike Krukow
- Name (Japanese)
- マイク・クルーコウ
- Reading
- まいく・くるーこう
- Born
- January 21, 1952 (age 74)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Aquarius / Dragon
- Origin
- Long Beach, California, United States
- Occupation
- baseball player / color commentator
2. Background
- High school
- San Gabriel High School
4. Personality
Motto
Private
6. Links
Frequently asked questions
When was Mike Krukow born?
Born January 21, 1952 (age 74).
Where is Mike Krukow from?
Mike Krukow is from Long Beach, California, United States.
What does Mike Krukow do?
Mike Krukow works as baseball player, color commentator.
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7. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-02
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.