Frank Boal, Sarah McEnerney, Kate Feder, Ben Messner
Denny Matthews: 50 Years as the Voice of the Kansas City Royals | Best Of Episode
DEC 23, 202578 MIN
Denny Matthews: 50 Years as the Voice of the Kansas City Royals | Best Of Episode
DEC 23, 202578 MIN
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<p>This Christmas week, we’re revisiting one of our all-time favorite conversations — a <em>Best Of</em> episode celebrating the legendary <strong>Denny Matthews</strong>, the longtime radio voice of the <a href="https://www.mlb.com/royals" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><strong>Kansas City Royals</strong>.</a></p><p>Denny Matthews has been behind the mic since the Royals’ very first game in <strong>1969</strong>, making him one of the longest-tenured broadcasters in <strong>Major League Baseball history</strong>. From mailing his résumé and demo tape to the Royals on a <strong>Schlitz beer tray</strong> to earning his place in the <strong>Baseball Hall of Fame</strong>, Denny’s career is inseparable from Kansas City sports history.</p><p>In this episode, Denny reflects on growing up listening to broadcasting icons like <strong>Jack Buck</strong> and <strong>Harry Caray</strong>, his early days calling Royals baseball, and the moments that defined five decades in the booth. He also shares stories from his own athletic days — including playing in spring training games under <strong>Whitey Herzog</strong> and catching passes from <strong>Len Dawson</strong>.</p><p>Warm, nostalgic, and full of unforgettable KC memories, this <em>Best Of</em> rerun is the perfect listen for longtime Royals fans and anyone who loves the golden age of baseball broadcasting.</p><p>🎄 <em>A holiday week encore celebrating one of Kansas City’s true treasures.</em></p>