For three decades, George Brett was the standard by which other hitters of his era were measured, as he seemingly mastered the art of barreling up line drive shots to the outfield gaps.

He was the youngest of four brothers, who all played professional baseball, including his brother Ken, who pitched in the Major Leagues.

Very few players, especially in the current free agency era, are synonymous with one team, the way George is with the Kansas City Royals.

He was a throwback classic, who was amiable, self-deprecating and at times volatile and combative.

This is his srory.

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