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RJackson began his career with the Kansas City Athletics in 1967, and retired after the 1987 season.
because of royalty. Kansas City has similar names for most of their pro teams. The Monarchs, (negro league baseball) Chiefs (NFL football) Steers (semi-pro football). Teh saying used to be everthing is up to date in KC. But, now it is Everything is a light year ahead, (due to Google fiber)
George Brett
The Kansas City Athletics, who moved to Kansas City from Philadelphia in 1955.
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UCLA Bruins then he played for the Kansas City Monarchs in the Negro League.
No, not as a Kansas City Royal. Buck O'Neil played in the Negro League as a member of the Kansas City Monarchs.
Kansas City has been host to the American Royal Livestock Show held in Kansas City every year since 1899. The name "Monarchs" (meaning 'kings') was in all probability chosen because this Kansas team wanted to identify with this venue that had made Kansas City famous across the land. It is the same reason why the present professional baseball team from KC call themselves the Royals.
Buck O'Neil was a ball player for the Kansas City Monarchs.
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The Royals are from Kansas city, Missouri.
· football - Kansas City Chiefs (NFL) · baseball - Kansas City Royals (MLB)
Jackie Robinson played as a shortstop for the Kansas City Monarchs, a prominent team in the Negro Leagues. His time with the Monarchs in 1945 was significant, showcasing his exceptional talent and athleticism. Robinson's performance there helped pave the way for his eventual integration into Major League Baseball, where he became the first African American player in the modern era.