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Washington's trademark was a toothpick in his mouth whether batting, running, or diving for a ball. The switch-hitting and speedy Washington almost made Royals fans forget his long-time predecessor at shortstop, Freddie Patek. He displayed tremendous range and a strong, accurate arm to provide, with Frank White, a solid middle infield for the Royals through the early 1980s. (FO)

FROM THE BASEBALL CHRONOLOGY » September 21, 1979: Royal infielder U.L. Washington homers from both sides of the plate during a 13–4 win over the A's. These are the first homers of Washington's 3-year career. » July 18, 1983: At Toronto, George Brett is robbed of an apparent triple by his teammate Mike Armstrong. Brett hits a liner down the RF line that Armstrong, sitting in the bullpen, thinks is foul and retrieves. Ump Bill Kunkel decides to send U.L. Washington, who scored on the play, back the 2B, and Brett is sent to 2B. Brett has a homer off Jim Clancy but KC eventually loses , 8–2. » September 27, 1983: Jim Beattie fires the first one-hitter in Mariners' history, beating Kansas City. U.L. Washington's single in the 3rd inning is the only baserunner allowed by Beattie.