George Brett’s Final Home Game
September 29, 1993 at Royals Stadium
Box Score
Indians – Royals September 29, 1993
Who: Jumping Jamie Plesser and Me
What: During my first semester at the University of Kansas School of Law, my roommate came into possession of tickets for the final home game of Royals Legend, George Brett. Jumping Jamie was (and is) a true Royal fan. No way were we going to miss this game. The previous year, we almost saw his 3,000th hit. We were a game late for that event. This night was not optional.
The game was pretty non-descript final weekend game for two teams headed in opposite directions. The Royals were on the slow descent to mediocrity while the Indians were ascending toward juggernaut status. However, every time Brett came to bat the place became electric. It was amazing to see the fans cheer for the unquestioned greatest player in franchise history. When the game ended, the third baseman gave a great speech. As an Arizona alum, the high point was Brett acknowledging former Arizona hoops player, Kenny Lofton.
The Moment: Following the emotional goodbye, Brett rode around the stadium in a golf cart before jumping off to do this:
One Last Good Bye
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