1980: KC Royals finally beat the Yankees

In the late 1970's Kansas City and New York met 3 times in the ALCS.  The Yankees won in 1976, 1977 and 1978.  

The 1976 and 1977 series saw New York win in the bottom of the 9th (Chris Chambliss walk off HR) and a top of the 9th rally in Kansas City.   They were crushing defeats for the Royals.

The Yankees won the 1978 series in 4 games.

Finally, the Royals won in 1980 sweeping the Yankees.  George Brett's HR off of Goose Gossage clinched it.

And KC finally beat New York!

P.S.  You can listen to my show.  If you like our posts, please look for ”Donate” on the right column of the blog page.

---