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The Kansas City Royals (get Kansas City Royals tickets) are a professional baseball team based in Kansas City, Missouri. They play in the Central Division of the American League in the Pro Baseball. From 1973 to the present, the City Royals (get Kansas City Royals tickets) have played all home games in the Kauffman Stadium. Their name originates from the Americal Royal Livestock Show held in Kansas City since 1899.

The Kansas City Royals (get Kansas City Royals tickets) call Sluggerrr their mascot and their team colors are Blue, White and Gold. They are nicknamed The Boys in Blue.

Kansas City Royals baseball history

The Kansas City Royals (get Kansas City Royals tickets) became a Pro Baseball (get Pro Baseball tickets now!) expansion franchise in 1969 after the Athletics moved to Oakland post the 1967 season. On April 8, 1969, their inaugural game, they defeated the Minnesota Twins 4-3 in 12 innings. They are one of the very few major league sports' teams to win their first ever match.

Over the years, the Kansas City Royals (get Kansas City Royals tickets) have built a strong team consisting of some of the best baseball players history has witnessed. The most productive period in Royals' history was the '80s when they witnessed much fame and glory. Today, the Boys in Blue have a counted amongst the strong MLB teams and enjoy a solid fans base.

Popularity of the Kansas City Royals

The Kansas City Royals (get Kansas City Royals tickets) play sell-out games which is proof enough of their popularity. Ever since their inception, they have been in luck with Rookie of the Year Lou Piniella by their side. By their third season, they were a winning team and in second place in the division. George Brett entered the picture in1973 and the Royals rocketed to success. Brett put together a solid ten years with few accolades aside from All-Star Games and golden gloves.

The Kansas City Royals (get Kansas City Royals tickets) attribute much of their success to Bo Jackson, Bret Saberhagen (winner of 2 Cy Youngs), Mark Gubicza, and Kevin Seitzer. Willie Wilson and Danny Tartabull are also notable players. Jeff Montgomery and Paul Splittorff are the club's all-time best pitchers.

Catcher Tony Pena, making appearance in 2003, is known for his knowledge of the game, ability to lead and fiery attitude as a player. He took a team that had been a struggling franchise and in his first season turned the Kansas Royals into a contender. Even though he has resigned, his contagious attitude has helped the Royals a lot.

The Kansas City Royals' (get Kansas City Royals tickets) achievements include – 1 World Championship title, 2 AL Pennants and 6 division titles.

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