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Mike Krukow to Retire After 2026 Season

Declining mobility from inclusion‑body myositis prompted the decision, and the Giants have scheduled a Sept. 27 celebration at Oracle Park.

An image collage containing 2 images, Image 1 shows San Francisco Giants broadcaster Mike Krukow speaks to fans during the Willie Mac Award ceremony, Image 2 shows Headshot of Jon Miller
Mike Krukow tips his cap after throwing a complete game for the Giants in a victory against the Pirates at Candlestick Park on May 14, 1985, in San Francisco.
Mike Krukow and Duane Kuiper before a Giants game in the 1990s.
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Overview

  • Mike Krukow announced Thursday, Aug. 6 that he will retire at the end of the 2026 season, ending a more than three‑decade run as the Giants’ lead color analyst.
  • Krukow said his long battle with inclusion‑body myositis has reduced his mobility, limited his travel and made continuing to do games unsafe.
  • The Giants honored Krukow with an in‑game tribute at Oracle Park and confirmed a formal celebration will take place on Sept. 27, the final regular‑season game.
  • His exit ends the beloved 'Kruk and Kuip' partnership with Duane Kuiper, leaves questions about Kuiper’s role going forward, and renewed discussion of Krukow’s Hall of Fame credentials and Frick Award nominations.
  • Broadcasters and fans are already naming possible successors—candidates include former Giants players turned analysts—and the team must now fill home‑game duties and plan a long‑term broadcast succession.