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This Date In Royals History–1985 Edition: July 2

In honor of the 30th anniversary of the Royals’ World Series title, Pine Tar Press presents a day-by-day look at the 1985 season. Check Pine Tar Press every day for a new edition of This Date In Royals History.

George Brett hit two home runs and drove in six, while Charlie Leibrandt pitched eight dominant innings in a 10-1 laugher over Oakland at Royals Stadium.

Brett hit a three-run shot in the fourth and another one in the sixth. With a first inning walk and a single in the second, he enjoyed a perfect night at the plate.