# John Wathan: Royals Legend Honored | Wichita News

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Podcast: [Wichita News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/wichita-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7564254)
Published: 2026-07-06T01:57:45+00:00
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The Kansas City Royals just honored a true legend—John Wathan, who spent nearly five decades with the franchise. A World Series champion catcher with 105 career steals (including a record 36 in 1982), he transitioned seamlessly into managing, broadcasting, and scouting, cementing his legacy as a cornerstone of Royals history. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f2b3d240bf490cf9

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