John Kruk reveals he threatened to kill MLB umpire near the end of the career

John Kruk reveals he threatened to kill MLB umpire near the end of the career

Former Phillies star made the admission during a live TV broadcast

Philadelphia Phillies Wall of Fame member John Kruk during the Pat Burrell (not pictured) induction ceremony before a game against the Atlanta Braves at Citizens Bank Park. (Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports)

Home plate umpire Brian O'Nora (7) stands on the field in the ninth inning between the Cleveland Guardians and the Los Angeles Dodgers at Progressive Field. (David Richard-Imagn Images)

Former Philadelphia Phillies first baseman John Kruk during Phillies Alumni Weekend and the 20th anniversary of Citizens Bank Park before game against the Washington Nationals at Citizens Bank Park. (Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports)