Hear from The Star’s new Royals writer, and a pine tar memory from George Brett | Podcast

The Royals head into their longest road trip of the year coming off their best home stand. Their victory over the Chicago White Sox on Thursday meant they won a series for only the second time this year and first time at home. They went 5-5 on the home stand and that’s their record in May, a nice turnaround from a dreadful April.

So, let’s talk baseball. First up, meet The Star’s new Royals beat writer Jaylon Thompson. He previously worked at USA Today and grew up in Atlanta following the Braves. We discuss his baseball interests and an uncle, who is a former major league player.

Star columnist Vahe Gregorian is part of the conversation that continues with a memory from George Brett. It’s the 40th anniversary year of the famous Pine Tar game, a day that Brett vividly recalls. He speaks to that moment that provided baseball one of its greatest dugout charges.

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On 40th anniversary of Pine Tar Game, George Brett remains proud of principled rampage

Meet The Kansas City Star’s new KC Royals beat writer, Jaylon Thompson