Every game grows with the contribution of every athlete involved in it. They play a crucial role in helping sports reach new heights and become legacies. One name which had an impact on Major League Baseball is the 1971 AL Cy Young and MVP Award winner, Vida Blue. The Kansas City Royals great left for his heavenly abode on Saturday at the age of? 73.

Blue had a glorious and impactful career in the league. He is most well-known for his time with the Oakland Athletics. But in the early 1980s, the pitcher also played for the 2015 World Series winners Kansas City Royals. And the team honored their ex-player during a recent game.

Kansas City Royals pay tribute to the 3 time World Series Champion Vida Blue!

It happened during the latest MLB game between the Royals and the Oakland Athletics. Royals showed a giant poster of Vida Blue paying their tributes to him. Dallas Braden shared the post of the same on a tweet with a caption that read, “Incredibly classy gesture by the @Royals in honoring Vida.”??

For the Royals, Vida played in 1982-83 seasons, appearing in over 25 games. Blue started his MLB journey with the Oakland Athletics in 1969. He rose to prominence a year later. He then had a wonderful season in 1971, which won him the most valuable player of the season. Blue continued to shine and helped the Athletics win three consecutive World Series Championships, starting in 1972.

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In his 17-season career, Blue claimed 2175 strikeouts at a WHIP of 1.23 and has a brilliant win-loss record of 209-161.

Baseball fans loved the Royals’ gesture honoring Vida

Even though Vida’s journey with the Royals was not long, still had an impact on the team. And the fans are loving the gesture shown by the Royals honoring the ballplayer. Many fans also added their thoughts to the tribute. One fan claimed that he would have been in shock if the Royals had failed to recognize Vida’s contribution. Here are a few responses from the fans.

A man of great character.

A must-watch.

An emotional farewell.

It was an emotional farewell for the fans. Vida Blue leaves behind a legacy that will continue to guide the players for generations. The tribute also shows the beautiful side of the game.

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What is the best memory you guys have of him? What do you think about the Royals’ gesture of the legend? Share your thoughts in the comments below!