Buster Olney calls for Krukow and Kuiper's Hall induction together
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 4:37 AM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
With Mike Krukow's retirement announced for the end of the 2026 season, ESPN's Buster Olney has urged the MLB Hall of Fame to induct him and broadcast partner Duane Kuiper at the same time. The pair, who have been calling Giants games together since 1994, enjoy a significant history, including three World Series titles for the franchise. While the Hall of Fame traditionally does not allow joint inductions, there is growing support for a change in policy concerning the Ford C. Frick Award, which honors broadcasters. The next opportunity for either KK or Kuiper to be considered is the 2028 season, highlighting the importance of their joint contributions over the years. Kuiper intends to continue broadcasting after this season, raising questions about future plans for the legendary duo.
- •Mike Krukow will retire after the 2026 season.
- •Buster Olney advocates for joint Hall of Fame induction for Krukow and Kuiper.
- •The duo has called Giants games together since 1994.
- •They contributed to three Giants World Series victories from 2010 to 2014.
- •Kuiper plans to continue broadcasting after 2026.
- 4:37 AMYahoo Sports — MLB Hall of Fame Urged to Induct Giants’ Legendary Broadcast Duo Together
"Legendary San Francisco Giants broadcaster Mike Krukow will hang up the headset after 36 years at the conclusion of the 2026 season. Upon learning of the news, ESPN’s Buster Olney made one request for the MLB Hall of Fame. Time for the Hall of Fame to evolve and induct Mike Krukow and Duane Kuiper together. […] The post MLB Hall of Fame Urged to Induct Giants’ Legendary Broadcast Duo Together appeared first on HEAVY.
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