Bobby Witt Jr.

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Scouting Report

Updated May 17, 2026

Bobby Witt Jr. named AL Player of the Week after exceptional performance. In 29 plate appearances across 7 games, Witt slashed .407/.448/.815 with 3 home runs, 4 RBIs, 2 stolen bases, and 246 wRC+. Season stats: .302/.372/.475 with 2.8 bWAR (tied for MLB lead among position players). Highlighted by inside-the-park home run in 14.13 seconds (4th fastest ever recorded). Made swing adjustments to improve contact and power. Leads MLB in Outs Above Average with 11. Two-time All-Star (2024, 2025) with previous MVP voting finishes (2nd in 2024, 4th in 2025). Royals have won 7 of last 10 games and are 2 games back of division lead.

Strengths

+ AL Player of the Week honors
+ Elite batting average (.407 last week, .302 season)
+ Exceptional power surge (3 HRs in last week)
+ Leading MLB in WAR among position players (2.8)
+ Elite speed (inside-the-park HR in 14.13 seconds)
+ Leads MLB in Outs Above Average (11)
+ Successful swing adjustments improving contact
+ 19 RBIs leading team
+ Two stolen bases in recent week
+ Gold Glove and Silver Slugger awards in 2024-2025
+ MVP-caliber performance trajectory
+ Defensive excellence near-perfect this season

Weaknesses

- Home run production slightly down compared to previous seasons
- Slow start to season (0 HRs through first 27 games)
- Initial swing mechanics issues requiring adjustment
- Inconsistent contact early in season

About

Bobby Witt Jr. is a shortstop for the Kansas City Royals.

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