Promoted from Triple-A Omaha, Jack McKeon replaced the fired Bob Lemon as manager and the Royals finished second in the American League West in 1973 with a record of 88–74, six games behind the Oakland A's.
[3][4] On April 27, Steve Busby threw the first no-hitter in Royals history,[5] as visiting KC shut out Detroit 3–0 at Tiger Stadium.
[6] At Royals Stadium on May 15, Nolan Ryan of the California Angels threw the first no-hitter of his career.
[7][8][9] On August 2, George Brett made his major league debut,[10] starting at third base and hitting a single in a 3–1 road win over the`Chicago White Sox.
Infielders Coaches Note: Pos = Position; G = Games played; AB = At bats; H = Hits; Avg.