Before George Brett became an MLB legend with the Kansas City Royals, he was just a kid who loved Looney Tunes more than baseball. Dive into the storied career of a man whose journey from the animated antics of Bugs Bunny to baseball’s Hall of Fame is nothing short of legendary. Brett opens up about the challenges of growing up in a competitive household, his unexpected love for football over baseball, and the defining moments that earned him a spot in the 3,000 hit club. From the Pine Tar Incident to his iconic World Series win, Brett explains why losing was never an option and how a dogged determination and a love for the game defined his legendary career.
CHAPTERS:
0:24 – George Brett Introduction
1:26 – George Brett: Father’s Influence
3:07 – Tough Love from Brett’s Dad
7:20 – Brother’s World Series Influence on Brett
9:51 – George Brett: Struggles in School
11:40 – George Brett: Baseball or Bust
15:41 – Evolving Batting Stance of George Brett
19:01 – Brett vs. Yankees Rivalry
25:14 – George Brett’s Magical MLB Season
29:20 – 1980 ALCS Game 3 Highlights
29:57 – 1980 ALCS Game 6 Recap
31:10 – 1980 World Series Game 1 Analysis
34:54 – 1980 World Series Game 6 Breakdown
37:58 – The Infamous Pine Tar Incident
41:43 – 1985 ALCS Overview
44:30 – Recap: 1985 World Series Victory
47:31 – Batting Title Milestone by Decades
49:05 – George Brett: Losing His Father
51:08 – George Brett’s 3000th Hit Milestone
54:02 – Hall of Fame Induction of George Brett
55:34 – Quick Questions with George Brett
56:50 – Conclusion: Reflections with George Brett
43 Comments
Wow Im in tears! I think in that era Brett/ Rose/ Reggie/ just puck one as most inspirational !
I think George and I are in the minority with our dislike of the way modern players celebrate every single on field success. “Act like you’ve done it before” is apparently a thing of the past.
Great player! Embarrassing he got caught with the roids…..hemorrhoids that is! Lol
It was a joy to watch george brett play,he would find a way to beat you
The player the opposition never wanted to see at the plate when the game was on the line. A truly great ballplayer.
Ball player! Best compliment you can give a ball player……you’re a BALL PLAYER!
The man was flat out incredible!
all-time favorite player
Double tapered shitman himself!
I’m 39 and always got excited when I got a George Brett card . Always tarring up his bat
Brett was clutch as hell. Fearsome hitter. Dan Patrick is a wonderful interviewer, just tees it up and lets the man tell his story.
I saw Brett play when he was a teen-ager in San Jose and still have the 1972 San Jose Bees yearbook he autographed for me.
The pride of El Segundo High!
Brett was a true baseball player who showed up to win, every single day. He did the extra things that don't show up in the stats, but make the difference in the teams success! A Gamer!
Great job, Dan.
As a Little League Third Baseman, George Brett was my first MLB idol; even before Roberto Clemente and I was from his hometown. That's how much I LOVED this dude growing up. I tried to emulate Brett in every way, including batting left so I learn to switch hit.
And yes, I nearly cried when he missed the .400.
I can’t believe you didn’t ask him about “the call” in game 6.
My hometown HERO….led by example still my favorite KC athlete…..Bo…..close second.
Game of the Week Flip out pine-tar vs the hated New York Yankees. I wish I could read lips with arquements with me umpires
Too bad The Great George Brett was interviewed by somebody like Dem dan. George is a Great American. Unlike his interviewer.
danny patrick would sell out his country. And own mother for $1.
dan patrick is the sleepy, creepy, joey biden of the sports world. Have you listen'd to this clown?
Brett, flying out of the dugout screaming at the Umpire was a thing of Legend. And funny AF 😂
It seems like everyone loved George, even if they weren't Royals fans. He was awesome.
George was a great ball player!
gave it his all every time he played for the Royals 20 years!
My dude, as a huge Royals fan, this dude was the one guy I modeled my game after. And we as Royals fans we were lucky to have
I’m named after George Brett and my grandpa (Brett Daniel) my dad wanted to name me Peter because Pete Rose is his favorite player but my dad met Pete and asked him best 3rd baseman ever for me and he said George Brett 100%. My dad said you played 3rd and with Mike Schmidt though and he said “I promise Brett is the best ever at 3rd base”
Edit: I’d also like to say as one of the top 10 greatest hitters ever George Brett is literally telling you how to hit like teacherman trains kids to hit look him up incredible giving away the big league swing for free on YouTube
Humble when he should be and deserved of saying he was among one of the best hitters ever. A stand up guy!
The most feared hitter in the 80’s. The only player to win a batting title in 3 different decades.
A LEGEND from a vanished era.
How many young kids in KC & around the USA copied Brett’s stance in front of the mirror? 🥹
He was my favorite player as a kid
Well i had no intention to relive my childhood but i just did. I grew up in KC in the 70s and 80s, played baseball, and we had Royals season tickets. All of the stories he told were a huge part of my childhood. That was outstanding
I lost my home in 1992 during Hurricane Andrew , moved to KCMO that year , my youngest son was born in KCMO in 1993 . Which I saw in person Brett , had watched him long before 1993, but it was special to see him in person.
If I was not told
To do dishes
I wouldn’t play ball
If I don’t play ball then I don’t play
I was not dyslexic
I want to read books
Tremendous interview. Fantastic baseball history, two real pros having a great discussion.
The last ballplayer who had a serious run at the .400 mark.
I feel you George, I lost my father 3 weeks ago. All I can say is watching my father die was the single most pain full thing I have ever experience. I regret not going to see him more then I did. I was selfish selfish selfish and it kills me to this day. He ment a lot to me. 😭😭😭😭