Guillen puts Royals fracas in past Aug 12, 2008
Ken Griffey Jr. singled Monday to record his 5,044th total base, tying George Brett for 16th place on the all-time list. Tickets. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Kauffman renovations progressing Aug 12, 2008
Among the planned exhibits are tributes to George Brett, the 1985 World Series team and the 23 inductees of the Royals Hall of Fame. New Concourses/Concessions/Landscaping -- Fans should already be able to see the construction of wider concourses on the east side of the stadium, the side nearest right field. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Stodolka's trying journey to success Aug 12, 2008
During that year, George Brett saw him play twice. Brett would question why the Royals were drafting Stodolka as a pitcher when he hit better than anyone Brett had ever seen. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Starters need to come to relievers' aid Aug 10, 2008
Griffey needs one home run to tie Sammy Sosa for fifth all time at 609 and one total base to tie George Brett for 16th at 5,044. Tickets. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Revere remains steady under pressure Aug 9, 2008
When George Brett and Tony Gwynn made runs at the hallowed mark, they expressed a slight disdain for the amount of attention they were getting. Not only does someone in Revere's situation have to deal with late-breaking sliders and tailing fastballs, but also the constant reminder that they're teetering on the edge of history. (MLB.com -- Minnesota Twins)
Resilient Rangers are walk-off wonders Aug 5, 2008
Tim Salmon, Frank Thomas and George Brett also have 35 career home runs against the Rangers. Tickets. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Royals' sweep of A's is historic Jul 31, 2008
The Royals of Frank White, George Brett and Willie Wilson outplayed the A's of Mark McGwire, Jose Canseco and Carney Lansford. The Royals' winning pitchers were Bret Saberhagen in a 2-1 game; Charlie Leibrandt with a two-hit, 2-0 win, and Mark Gubicza, getting help from Dan Quisenberry, in a 9-5 romp. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
'Pine Tar Game' sticks with Cocoa ump Jul 30, 2008
Pine tar -- specifically the stuff slathered on George Brett's bat 25 years ago -- remains a sticky subject for Joe Brinkman, the umpiring crew chief who was part of one of baseball's all-time wackiest games ... On July 24, 1983, in front of 33,944 fans at Yankee Stadium, Kansas City's George Brett slammed a two-out, two-run homer in the top of the ninth inning off Yankees' ace relief pitcher Goose Gossage, scoring U.L. Washington ahead of him, to give the Royals a 5-4 lead ... Today is the 25th... (Florida Today)
No boppers no worry for Halos Jul 28, 2008
George Brett might not have been as crazy as he looked in bolting out of the Royals dugout and heading wildly toward umpire Tim McClelland in the famous Pine Tar Incident, the 25th anniversary of which was celebrated the past week. When I was running out of the dugout I had no idea I looked like that, said Brett. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Gossage gets moment in sun Jul 28, 2008
And I know he threw to George Brett for the pine tar home run, he said. Dick Williams one of Gossage s former managers also was inducted Sunday. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Inquiring and acquiring Jul 27, 2008
A member of baseball's royalty checks in with a few observationsA few questions for Hall of Fame third baseman George Brett. Anyone out there remind you of you. (Boston Globe)
Gossage elected for impact on game Jul 26, 2008
Gossage is one of 21 relievers to have recorded at least 300 career saves. (Ray Stubblebine/AP). (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Almost there Jul 25, 2008
By Bob Nightengale, USA TODAY They were the two pitches, long before the days of YouTube, that make George Brett famous and Kirk Gibson a hero ... " It was a different era. Gossage hated Brett for the simple fact he was the opposition, and one of the greatest hitters of all-time. They never spoke, not even when sharing the same clubhouse during All-Star games, until after each retired. "I couldn't stand George Brett," Gossage says. "I had tremendous respect for him, but I didn't like him at all.... (USA Today -- Sports)
Pine Tar Game remembered Jul 25, 2008
George Brett of the Royals was ejected for having too much pine tar on his bat ... George Brett had to be restrained (far right) from going after umpire Tim McClelland (left, with moustache) after being called out for using too much pine tar on his bat (below) ... Twenty-five years ago today, George Brett of the performed a difficult but easily forgettable feat at Yankee Stadium. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Brett's pine-tar tantrum has sticking power Jul 24, 2008
Charlie Riedel / APGeorge Brett says he's surprised that people still make a big deal out of his 1983 "pine tar" home run at Yankee Stadium ... - George Brett had a Hall of Fame career with the Kansas City Royals that included more than 3,000 hits, batting titles in three decades, an MVP award and a World Series championship. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Brett and pine tar: Like peanut butter and jelly Jul 24, 2008
George Brett had a Hall of Fame career with the Kansas City Royals that included more than 3,000 hits, batting titles in three decades, an MVP award and a World Series championship. Still, for most baseball fans, two words quickly come to mind when they hear Brett's name: pine tar. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Baseball Today Jul 24, 2008
1983 The Pine Tar home run was hit by the Kansas City Royals' George Brett off New York pitcher Rich Gossage at Yankee Stadium. Brett's shot came with two outs in the top of the ninth to give the Royals a 5-4 lead. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Brett, Goose recall 'Pine Tar Incident' Jul 24, 2008
"My kids like to watch it," George Brett says with a laugh ... "Maddest baseball player I've ever seen, for sure. I don't think I've ever seen anyone madder than George Brett at that moment in time." ... "I didn't like any hitters. I had tremendous respect for him, but I couldn't stand George Brett back then.". (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Pine Tar Game nets no sticking points Jul 24, 2008
KANSAS CITY -- George Brett will get together with old rival and old pal Goose Gossage this weekend at Cooperstown, N.Y., where the great relief pitcher will get his due as he's inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame. But, on Wednesday, the two got together on a conference call to recall the famous Pine Tar Game of 25 years ago, July 24, 1983. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Royals seeking innings from Greinke Jul 23, 2008
The Tigers' Gary Sheffield reached 1,599 RBIs in Monday night's 19-4 rout, passing Hall of Famer George Brett (1,596). On Tuesday night, Sheffield got No. 1,600 to break his tie with Nap Lajoie to take 29th place on the all-time list. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Slugfests! Tigers roll 19-4 Jul 22, 2008
Sheffields three RBIs brings his career total to 1,599, passing Royals Hall of Famer George Brett, who had 1,596, and tying him with Nip Lajoie for 29th on the all-time list. The 19 runs was the most the Tigers have ever scored on the Royals. (MSNBC -- Sports)
For starter, it's good Jul 16, 2008
Yogi Berra, George Brett and 40-some Hall of Famers took part, too, sitting in the back of shiny pickup trucks. The two-hour procession included the present stars playing in Tuesday night's showcase at Yankee Stadium. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
BLAST FROM PAST: Hall of Famers share grand stage Jul 16, 2008
Hall of Famer George Brett addressed the AL team, saying, "Don't try to be a hero, try to be a winner.". In the afternoon, thousands of fans cheered some 40 Hall of Famers, as well as current stars, in a two-hour parade on the Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. (USA Today -- Sports)
Chipper's 'awesome' time Jul 16, 2008
Jones hugged all four third basemen Brooks Robinson, Schmidt, George Brett and Wade Boggs. "It's been awesome," Jones said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
It's a sticky situation in baseball Jul 16, 2008
That it happened in broad daylight in Yankee Stadium is most of the reason George Brett's soiled bat today resides in the Hall of Fame ... Obviously the George Brett Rule. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
All-Night All-Star Game Goes To A.L. Jul 16, 2008
First, Ernie Banks addressed the NL All-Stars in their clubhouse, George Brett the AL squad. Then, greats of the game such as Willie Mays, Hank Aaron and Bob Feller walked in from the outfield and stood at their positions. (Click2Houston, TX)
Hall of an intro: New, old stars on display Jul 16, 2008
NEW YORK Alex Rodriguez cut across the diamond to third base, then warmly embraced Chipper Jones, Brooks Robinson, Mike Schmidt, George Brett and Wade Boggs. Now that s some hot corner. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
79th All-Star Game: Another stop on Yankee Stadium's farewell tour (Today) Jul 14, 2008
"I've had a lot of great memories here and a lot of sad memories," said Hall of Famer George Brett, who hit three homers in a 1980 playoff game at Yankee Stadium but is best remembered for the 1983 Pine Tar Game, when his go-ahead, ninth-inning homer was disallowed by umpires, then reinstated by the AL president. While 13 of the Yankees' past 14 regular-season games sold out and the team is headed to its fourth consecutive 4 million-plus season at the box office, the stadium was at-best... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
When stacked up, numbers lean left Jul 13, 2008
Among the lefthanded batters are some of the game's greatest names: Babe Ruth, Ted Williams, Ty Cobb, Stan Musial, and George Brett. Peters said lefthanded batters are simply taking advantage of a game set up to favor them, starting with the direction the batter runs to first base. (Boston Globe)
Team identity Jul 13, 2008
George Brett, left, defines the Kansas City Royals after playing with them for his entire Hall of Fame career and currently serving as a spring training instructor ... Kansas City Royals: 3B George Brett, 1973-93. (USA Today -- Sports)
Dodgers need to honor Koufax with statue Jul 13, 2008
You'll find statues of Joe Nuxhall, Ted Kluszewski and Frank Robinson at Great American Ballpark in Cincinnati; Mike Schmidt and Steve Carlton at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia; and George Brett and Frank White at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City. Ernie Banks' statue sits outside Chicago's Wrigley Field. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Grudzielanek reaches 2,000-hit plateau Jul 13, 2008
The others were George Brett, Hal McRae, Amos Otis, Lee May and Frank White. "It was special," Grudzielanek said. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Renovations running smoothly in KC Jul 8, 2008
Among the planned exhibits are tributes to George Brett, the 1985 World Series team and the 23 inductees of the Royals Hall of Fame. New Concourses/Concessions/Landscaping -- Fans should already be able to see the construction of wider concourses on the 00001F2A east side of the stadium, the side nearest right field. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
UNC's Ackley could top draftees Jul 1, 2008
Ackley's batting style is much more akin to George Brett than, say, Ryan Howard. "I sure don't want to do anything that distracts from what Dustin does so well naturally," Fox said. (News & Observer -- Sports)
McRae attends Royals HOF ceremony Jun 30, 2008
Pujols' two-run homer. LaRue's two-run triple. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
Stewart inducted into Royals Hall of Fame Jun 29, 2008
Many Royals Hall of Famers joined Stewart for the occasion: Jeff Montgomery, Willie Wilson, John Mayberry, Hal McRae, Dennis Leonard, George Brett, Frank White, Paul Splittorff and emcee Denny Matthews. Also attending were the widows of Dan Quisenberry and Dick Howser. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
No security for managers Jun 21, 2008
394 in 1994, George Brett. 390 in 1980, and Rod Carew. (Madison County Record, AL)
Hudler saddened by Randolph dismissal Jun 18, 2008
"Willie tipped me off on things. He told me that a couple of guys I needed to watch out for were Hal McRae and George Brett. He said, `Be sure you're ready when those guys on base, they can hurt you.' He gave me a heads up, and I really appreciated it.". Hudler wasn't the only man in the Angels' dugout with a strong Randolph connection. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Ten HOFers named to All-Star event Jun 17, 2008
Third base greats George Brett (elected to the Hall in 1999) and Mike Schmidt (1995), who were All-Stars the last time the Game was at the Stadium in 1977, were also announced as participants in the pregame event, as were outfielders Frank Robinson (1982), Lou Brock (1985) and Tony Gwynn (2007), shortstop-first baseman Ernie Banks (1977) and pitcher Phil Niekro (1997). "In speaking with my fellow Hall of Famers, we all recognize the significance of this All-Star Game," Robinson said. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
With Howard, Utley, and Rollins, Phillies march in triple time Jun 17, 2008
"Howard is much different than Utley with the media. He always speaks. Utley barely ever does. Rollins also can be very personable. But Utley chooses his words carefully.When Utley messes up - which is rare - he fesses up, just as he did Sunday when he made two throwing errors, including one in the 10th, in a loss to the Cardinals. He was there afterward to blame himself for the loss.This is precisely the way Jim Rice was as a player.Rice was often seen as aloof, even anti-media, but the fact is... (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Jones learning it's a very public chase for .400 Jun 16, 2008
" That season, Garciaparra was over .400 after the first game of a doubleheader July 20, but dropped below in the second game. He finished at .372 to win his second consecutive batting title. Garciaparra is one of seven players who were hitting .400 after July 5 since the 1980 season, according to STATS LLC. The most prominent on that list is former Kansas City Royals third baseman George Brett, who was batting .400 after a Sept. 19 game. Nagging injuries took their toll and Brett finished at... (San Francisco Chronicle)
GRIFFIN: Reflections on JFK and hope Jun 14, 2008
Someone had wondered what advice Herzog gave to his third baseman, George Brett, one of the best hitters in baseball history. "Look em over carefully, George," he said, and "Get a hit, George." What else could anyone say to such a talented batter. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Scouting Report Jun 13, 2008
Elite: top player at his position (, George Brett, Mike Schmidt). Premium: top five at his position (Wade Boggs). (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Out of bounds: Maybe it's time for me to switch to my second favs Jun 12, 2008
George Brett was the Royals' stud back then and I am and always be a gigantic fan of George's ... I think the main reason I did that is because I am such a huge fan of GEORGE Brett. (Abilene Recorder Chronicle)
Tom VerducciINSIDE BASEBALL Jun 12, 2008
375 seasons since 1949 belong to Williams (1957), Rod Carew (1977), George Brett (1980) and Larry Walker (1999). That's it. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
KC's Gathright becomes fixture in lineup Jun 12, 2008
"You've got to play with injury when you get hurt. I've talked to George Brett and I've heard about Buddy Bell and they played through a lot of injuries," Gathright said. "I don't want to be that guy who can't play because of a shoulder injury. I know other players who are a lot worse than I am. I've dealt with injuries my whole life so it's nothing new.". (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Rangers offense piling up runs Jun 10, 2008
Hall of Famer George Brett, in 1980, is the last American Leaguer to lead in all three categories over a full season. "He's a got a great eye at the plate and his attitude, determination and fire have really made a difference," hitting coach Rudy Jaramillo said. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
MLB works on its fast ball Jun 8, 2008
LG: "In Kansas City, we had George Brett, Willie Wilson, and Clint Hurdle heavily recruited in football and then in Boston we had Greg McMurtry and Trot Nixon. All of them were tough. We won most of them but we lost McMurtry.". The toughest negotiation. (Boston Globe)
Hanging on to .400 Jun 8, 2008
Doerr was a coach for the Toronto Blue Jays when George Brett made the most sustained run on. 400 since Williams. (News & Observer -- Sports)
What's your batting average? Jun 8, 2008
Players who have hit. Players who have hit. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Future bright after Royals' youthful Draft Jun 7, 2008
is the nephew of George Brett. He's the son Bobby Brett, George's brother. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
WSU is Kansas's baseball Jun 5, 2008
Sure the days of George Brett, Bret Saberhagen and Willie Wilson are long gone. But Alex Gordon, Luke Hocheaver and Joey Gathright are trying to pick up the pieces. (Abilene Recorder Chronicle)
Baker enjoying Reds' recent run Jun 1, 2008
Tidbits Griffey's home run and double on Saturday moved him into a tie with George Brett for 12th on the all-time extra-base hits list. He's now hit eight home runs on May 31, matching May 24 and August 25 for days he's homered most in his career. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
ESPN writers favorites May 20, 2008
Most anyone who has ever walked up the stairway leading from the Metrodome visitors dugout to the clubhouse level has heard the stories about Cal Ripken Jr. supposedly climbing it in six strides -- and I imagine most people shake their heads and say, "No way.''The stairway is not only high, it is long, with four landings and about 30 steps. Looking at it, you would say there is absolutely no way anyone could go up it in six strides. And yet I saw Ripken do it several times and also had him tell... (ESPN -- Baseball)
Steady Jones not thinking about .400 May 20, 2008
Legendary pure hitters like Tony Gwynn and George Brett never matched The Splendid Splinter's accomplishment ... 400 long before he begins to face the pressure presented to George Brett, who was hitting exactly. (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)
They still have something left May 18, 2008
"Terry Pendleton, Braves hitting coach: "There's two guys when I played I thought would do it and didn't: George Brett and Tony Gwynn. It's hard for me to believe that anybody else could. (Boston Globe)
Royals kick off Interleague Play May 16, 2008
The Official Site of The Kansas City Royals: News: Royals await inaugural visit to Marlins. 05/15/2008 6:50 PM 00004000 ET Royals await inaugural visit to Marlins Kansas City (19-21) at Florida (23-17), Friday, 6:10 p.m. CT By Dick Kaegel / MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Royals' Bannister, Teahen on TWIB May 10, 2008
Games often featured tension between some of the team's biggest stars, such as George Brett, Willie Randolph and Hal McRae. "These teams couldn't stand each other," TWIB producer James Potocki said. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Pro Sports Team Challenge Golf Pro-Am Slated for June 6, 2008 at Eagle Falls Golf Club at Fantasy Springs Resort & Casino May 8, 2008
At the Pro-Am, fans will be able to meet and play golf with sports icons like Charles Barkley, Mario Lemieux, Ozzie Smith, John Elway, LaDanian Tomlinson, Michael Strahan, George Brett, Pierre Larouche, Jason Kidd, and many other legendary athletes. Fans who take advantage of this rare opportunity get much more than just a round of golf. (PR Newswire)
Newest Brave comes through in clutch May 8, 2008
" McCann, Yunel Escobar and Chipper Jones each had multi-hit games for the Braves. McCann finished the game 3-for-4 with a double. Jones' 2-for-4 performance raised his average to an otherworldly .429, the best in the majors. The hot streak Jones is enjoying reminded his manager of another hot streak he saw over 20 years ago. "I watched George Brett for 11 straight games in 1976," Cox said. "He was the best I ever saw for 11 straight games. He never missed a ball. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Hudson keeps Braves rolling May 8, 2008
Back in 1976, while serving as a coach in the Yankees system, he was assigned to scout Royals third baseman George Brett in preparation for the postseason. His report to the Yankees basically said shade him toward left-center and hope your defenders are where he hits it. (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)
Braves, Glav going for a sweep May 6, 2008
He will probably need to miss a bunch of games like George Brett did in 1980 to have a chance ... He will probably need to miss a bunch of games like George Brett did in 1980 to have a chance. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Elizabeth Merrill May 2, 2008
"Go ask George Brett what he thought of it. George Brett thought it was really impressive. And Trey Hillman wasn't trying to make a statement. Trey Hillman was trying to be himself. "I didn't even think anything of it, because I know where the guy's heart is. His heart is with the players. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Suddenly, K.C. armed to rise from the depths Apr 21, 2008
K.C. actually was a force in the AL, back when mustachioed Buddy Black was their best pitcher and George Brett their best hitter. Back when baseball was more about statistics than economics, and dinosaurs roamed the earth. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Angels Hand Rangers Fifth Straight Loss Apr 16, 2008
The only Rangers opponent with more is George Brett (155). Young made a backhand stab of Guerrero's hard short-hopper to start an inning-ending double play in the third, right after Young was charged with an error for failing to cover second on a stolen base that let catcher Adam Melhuse's throw into center field. (KWTX.com, TX)
