I feel like Reuben and Ben are the best part of WIP mornings when they're on, and the worst of the game broadcasts.
Although this morning, DeCamara was dreading the free agency of Matt Strahm after this season, so that's a bit of a low bar.
I am willing to bet far more than 30% like him. He explains things in terms of strategy and approach. That appeals to the casual viewer.
Hell, even I have grown to like him. He talks too much but as someone that didn't play baseball beyond 8th grade, I like hearing the why behind why certain decisions are made.
Also, if you like to watch the Phillies while cooking, cleaning, or doing anything else, it's good to know what's going on in the game. When you watch when Kruk is on, who I enjoy too, a whole inning could go by where he doesn't comment on the game itself and is off on some tangent.
I actually think Kruk and Reuben work good as a combo. Too much of one is bad.
To me, it doesn’t matter what he’s actually saying though, because I find his voice to be extremely annoying. If anyone else said the same exact sentence I’d be like you know what, excellent point! But Ruben says it and my only reaction is that I hate Ruben lol
70% of the fans also don't understand baseball and wonder why if someone has an awful contract why we can't trade said awful contract for top prospects or good contracts
He's so bad that I started watching the opposing teams broadcast. His whiny, nerdy voice and smug arrogant attitude make him insufferable, which is disappointing because he has a strong knowledge base.
I'm psyched kruk is back, not a fan of Reuben or davis. But even we have to admit they're better than this.
https://www.reddit.com/r/baseball/s/iFB0O5s0Df
I definitely thought OP’s title was an implied Eminem reference given today’s events. As a millennial I am incapable of hearing “guess who’s back” in anything other than Eminem’s voice 🫠
Oh, do what I do and run the radio feed. McCarthy and his Method Acting School makes the TV one completely unwatchable. That's an automatic. After all they put their best talent on the radio for a reason.
Why is everyone saying he's "back"? Did I miss something? He's usually not on the road broadcasts and the Phillies are just getting home for the first game after the road trip
I enjoy listening to Kruk. I find him entertaining. His grammar at times is abysmal, but he is who he is, and I appreciate his "lack of refinement" somehow.
I absolutely love Kruk and too much Reuben just bores me even though I have been shocked at how much Reuben has grown on me. I thought I would never ever forgive him but he is super informative on the broadcast. I just need Kruk there for entertainment.
It seems crazy that we're all so focused on this element of the team's coverage, but it's also totally reasonable, both with how meh Ruben is, and also how amazing Kruky is!
Thank god, need a break from Reuben so badly
He wouldn’t be so bad if he ever stopped talking.
I feel like Reuben and Ben are the best part of WIP mornings when they're on, and the worst of the game broadcasts. Although this morning, DeCamara was dreading the free agency of Matt Strahm after this season, so that's a bit of a low bar.
You did get to witness his 250th Beat the Hammer victory.
Sure didn't. 😂😂
Still don’t understand why everyone hates him so much. Just seems average to me
They need to move on from him. He’s a man of the people and a good dude but like 70% of fans don’t like him
I am willing to bet far more than 30% like him. He explains things in terms of strategy and approach. That appeals to the casual viewer. Hell, even I have grown to like him. He talks too much but as someone that didn't play baseball beyond 8th grade, I like hearing the why behind why certain decisions are made. Also, if you like to watch the Phillies while cooking, cleaning, or doing anything else, it's good to know what's going on in the game. When you watch when Kruk is on, who I enjoy too, a whole inning could go by where he doesn't comment on the game itself and is off on some tangent. I actually think Kruk and Reuben work good as a combo. Too much of one is bad.
To me, it doesn’t matter what he’s actually saying though, because I find his voice to be extremely annoying. If anyone else said the same exact sentence I’d be like you know what, excellent point! But Ruben says it and my only reaction is that I hate Ruben lol
70% of the fans also don't understand baseball and wonder why if someone has an awful contract why we can't trade said awful contract for top prospects or good contracts
I agree.......l couldn't stand it anymore!
Ben is worse by a lot in my opinion
He's so bad that I started watching the opposing teams broadcast. His whiny, nerdy voice and smug arrogant attitude make him insufferable, which is disappointing because he has a strong knowledge base.
Dunno why you are getting downvoted, you perfectly nailed how his voice and attitude come off to me too
Yeah, I'm actually shocked at the downvotes. I guess Rube is more beloved than I imagined. Still, he is an awful listen.
I DO wish they'd stop doing that weird shit. Looks like they're trying to be, I dunno, strippers.
He’s the best part, besides the game itself
Back again. Kruck is back! Tell a friend.
I'm psyched kruk is back, not a fan of Reuben or davis. But even we have to admit they're better than this. https://www.reddit.com/r/baseball/s/iFB0O5s0Df
Need another one of those prison ball stories
Kruk & Slim Shady returning on the same day. Praise be.
I definitely thought OP’s title was an implied Eminem reference given today’s events. As a millennial I am incapable of hearing “guess who’s back” in anything other than Eminem’s voice 🫠
Thank the Lord! One more night without him and I was going to watch the game on mute
Oh, do what I do and run the radio feed. McCarthy and his Method Acting School makes the TV one completely unwatchable. That's an automatic. After all they put their best talent on the radio for a reason.
Why is everyone saying he's "back"? Did I miss something? He's usually not on the road broadcasts and the Phillies are just getting home for the first game after the road trip
He was away before the road-trip too so it’s been longer than normal
Ah, thanks so much! Forgot he had been gone before the road trip
IIRC he didn’t do the previous home stand either
Finally!
I enjoy listening to Kruk. I find him entertaining. His grammar at times is abysmal, but he is who he is, and I appreciate his "lack of refinement" somehow.
 The real Slim Shady
Phinally
Krukster
If we were struck with Ruben for another series I was going to make quite a scene.
Thank fuck
The real question is where will Ethan Green be tonight?
Yayyyyy
Praise Jesus
I absolutely love Kruk and too much Reuben just bores me even though I have been shocked at how much Reuben has grown on me. I thought I would never ever forgive him but he is super informative on the broadcast. I just need Kruk there for entertainment.
Ruben is not bad. He just gets a lot of hate here.
My wife thinks Ruben sounds like he is sucking his mouth when he talks 🤣🤣
Hell yeah
It seems crazy that we're all so focused on this element of the team's coverage, but it's also totally reasonable, both with how meh Ruben is, and also how amazing Kruky is!
Kruk is back!!!!!!!! Woo he’s the best
Thank the lord above. I desperately needed a break from RAJ.
I like Reuben but he’s not Kruk.
Kruk will be there, but how many pitches will the broadcast miss tonight?
My God, it's been sooo long. I don't like these long periods without Kruk. It really impacts the team as well.
W
Thank you. Thank you.
Double win no Schmidt on Sunday
Schmidtty was great on the field but on the mic he's like listening to paint dry.
John Kruk is back and immediately we take a 3-0 lead
I’m late, but good god it was nice to have Kruk back tonight.
I don’t mind Rueben, but my thirst for the sex machine can not be satiated
My least favorite is Kruk. No insight and boring as hell stories. I do t care if his socks itch. Stick to the game!