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During the Philadelphia Phillies game against the Chicago White Sox, broadcaster John Kruk made a comment regarding Chicago Sky star Angel Reese.
The Phillies were ahead 6-0 in the sixth inning when NBC Sports Philadelphia play-by-play announcer Tom McCarthy mentioned his friend’s basketball skills during his college days.
Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese, #5, playing against the Minnesota Lynx in Minneapolis on July 22, 2025.
Kruk jokingly referenced Reese when discussing missed shots and rebounds in Chicago.
Reese later responded to Kruk’s comments, emphasizing the impact of social media.
Former Philadelphia Phillies first baseman John Kruk in Philadelphia on Aug. 18, 2024.
Angel Reese played well in the game, despite the Sky’s loss to the Mystics.
Reese’s performance has improved compared to her rookie season, with better stats in points and rebounds.
She cleverly turned criticism into a marketing opportunity by trademarking the term “Mebounds.”
Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese, #5, in action against the Washington Mystics in Washington, D.C., on July 29, 2025.
Reese highlighted the success of the “Mebounds” branding and the creativity of her followers in a social media post.
Contributed by Ryan Morik.
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