Wed Mar 12 21:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Royals Star Bobby Witt Jr. Leaves Game After Being Hit by Pitch
**Kansas City, MO** – Kansas City Royals star shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. left Wednesday’s game against the Seattle Mariners after being hit in the left forearm by a pitch. The injury throws a potential wrench into the Royals’ plans, following their surprising playoff run in 2024.
Witt, the 2024 AL MVP runner-up, was replaced by pinch runner Tyler Tolbert after being hit by Mariners pitcher Andres Muñoz. The extent of the injury is currently unknown, with the team stating that he will undergo further evaluation.
An extended absence for Witt would be a significant blow to the Royals. The 24-year-old, a former second-overall draft pick, was the driving force behind Kansas City’s resurgence. After a 106-loss season in 2023, Witt led the Royals back to the postseason for the first time since their 2015 World Series victory.
In 2024, Witt posted a stellar .332 batting average (leading MLB), 211 hits, 32 home runs, and 109 RBIs, while also claiming the AL Gold Glove Award at shortstop. His impressive performance earned him AL Player of the Month for July and a 9.4 Wins Above Replacement. The Royals finished the season 86-76, securing second place in the AL Central before a playoff run that saw them defeat the Baltimore Orioles in the first round before falling to the New York Yankees in the ALDS.
The Royals await the results of Witt’s evaluation to determine the severity of the injury and its potential impact on their season. Newsweek Sports will provide updates as they become available.
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