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Swipes two bags in win Witt went 2-for-5 with a run and two stolen bases Monday in a 12-5 victory versus the White Sox.

Impact Witt continued his strong hitting from atop the order, extending his modest hit streak to six games with a pair of singles. He added two thefts, bringing his season total to 10. Witt is one of 10 major-leaguers to reach double-digit thefts thus far, and he's added six homers, 15 RBI, 23 runs and a .240/.279/.438 slash line through 154 plate appearances.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hits two-run blast in loss Witt went 1-for-6 with a two-run home run in Saturday's 5-4 loss to the Athletics.

Impact The homer was Witt's second in the last four games. He's notched five RBI in that span, and he's scored at least one run in each of his last seven contests. The shortstop is slashing .234/.276/.445 with six homers, 15 RBI, 22 runs scored and eight stolen bases through 33 games this season.

MAY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Friday Witt is absent from the Royals' lineup for Friday's game against the Athletics.

Impact It's a rare day off for the young infielder. Maikel Garcia will handle shortstop while Witt gets some rest, with Hunter Dozier covering third base.

MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets aboard four times Thursday Witt went 3-for-5 with a double, a walk, one RBI and one run scored in Thursday's 13-10 loss to the Orioles.

Impact Witt delivered a go-ahead RBI single in the seventh inning, but he was caught stealing immediately afterwards, limiting the Royals' chances of a rally. He's now 8-for-10 on the basepaths this season. The shortstop has gone 5-for-14 (.357) with three extra-base hits over three games in May. For the season, he's slashing .237/.281/.435 with five home runs, 13 RBI, 21 runs scored, five doubles and three triples through 32 games as the Royals' main leadoff hitter.

MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nabs eighth theft Witt went 1-for-4 with a triple, two runs, an RBI and a stolen base in Wednesday's 6-0 victory versus Baltimore.

Impact A day after hitting his fifth homer of the season, Witt's speed was on display Wednesday. He reached on a fielder's choice in the sixth inning, stole second and subsequently came around to score, then hit an RBI triple in the seventh before crossing the plate again. Witt has three thefts over his past five games and is tied for 12th in the league with eight steals on the campaign.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goes yard in loss Witt went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Tuesday's loss to the Orioles.

Impact Witt led off the bottom of the first with a no doubter to center field but could not generate anything else at the plate. The 23-year-old has yet to find some consistency on offense so far this season. He's now slashing .221/.264/.410 with five homers, 11 RBI, 18 runs, seven steals a 7:28 BB:K over 129 plate appearances.

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records sixth steal Witt went 1-for-5 with a double, one RBI, a stolen base and two runs scored in Friday's 8-6 loss to the Twins.

Impact The steal was Witt's first since he swiped three bags April 12 versus the Rangers. The shortstop has gone 4-for-22 (.182) over his last five games, causing his season slash line to drop to .241/.281/.426 over 114 plate appearances. He's at least been solid with the counting stats, racking up four home runs, six steals, 10 RBI and 15 runs scored through 27 contests.

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goes deep in loss Witt went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Sunday's 4-3 loss to the Angels.

Impact Witt has hit safely in five straight games, going 5-for-21 (.238) with two homers and a triple in that span. The shortstop is up to four long balls this season, and he's added five stolen bases, nine RBI and 12 runs scored across 91 plate appearances. He's maintained a solid .256/.297/.465 slash line.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pops third homer Witt went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Wednesday's 12-3 loss to the Rangers.

Impact Witt got the Royals on the board in the third inning, but they were again badly outmatched. The shortstop has been a bright spot for the struggling team, posting five extra-base hits over his last seven contests. For the season, the 22-year-old is slashing .260/.308/.466 with three homers, seven RBI, 11 runs scored, five stolen bases, two triples and two doubles through 19 games.

APRIL 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Three hits in three straight games Witt went 3-for-5 with two doubles and two runs scored in Saturday's 9-3 loss to Atlanta.

Impact Witt went from cold to hot in a hurry. He's gone 12-for-22 (.545) during his active five-game hitting streak, and he's added four stolen bases in that span. The shortstop's surge has him up to .298/.344/.474 with two home runs, five steals, six RBI and eight runs scored in 15 contests. The Royals' offense hasn't been very good behind him, which is hurting his counting stats, but there's still plenty to like from the talented 22-year-old when he's hitting like this.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies three hits Witt went 3-for-4 in Friday's 10-3 loss to Atlanta.

Impact Witt's slow start to the season is quickly becoming a fading memory, as he's gone 9-for-17 (.529) over his last four games. While he didn't directly generate any run-scoring plays, it's good to see the shortstop swinging the bat well. He's up to a .269/.321/.423 slash line with two home runs, five stolen bases, six RBI and six runs scored through 14 contests.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 13, 2023 • MLB.COM

Racks up three steals Wednesday Witt went 3-for-5 with a triple, a run, an RBI and three stolen bases in a 10-1 victory versus Texas on Wednesday.

Impact Witt singled and stole first base in the first inning, setting the tone for a fruitful evening for his fantasy managers. He knocked in a run with a triple his next time up, then singled and swiped both second and third base before scoring in the seventh frame. With his effort on the basepaths, the speedy young shortstop more than doubled his stolen-base total -- which jumped from two to five -- on the campaign. Witt started off slowly this season but is starting to pick up the pace, going 6-for-13 with three runs, two RBI and four thefts over his past three contests.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 13, 2023 • MLB.COM

Nabs second steal Witt went 1-for-3 with a walk, a run and a stolen base in Monday's loss to the Rangers.

Impact Things looked promising for Kansas City when Witt began the contest with a single, subsequently stole second base and came around to score on an error. That would prove to be the high point of hope for the Royals, however, as Texas scored the game's next 11 runs. Witt at least gave his fantasy managers something to celebrate with his second theft of the campaign, which he's complemented with two homers and four RBI. However, the second-year shortstop has struggled overall with a .158/.238/.316 slash line through 11 contests.

APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Swats homer in victory Witt went 1-for-4 with a homer in Saturday's win over San Francisco.

Impact Witt got the Royals on the scoreboard with his second homer of the season in the sixth off Sean Manaea. The shortstop also struck out twice, however, and has struggled to a .161/.235/.355 over the first nine games. It's just a matter of time until more hits start falling for Witt.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Friday Witt isn't in the Royals' lineup for Friday's game against the Giants.

Impact After breaking his cold streak by going 2-for-5 with a home run Thursday, Witt will get a day to rest Friday. The young infielder will yield shortstop duties to Nicky Lopez, who will bat seventh.

APRIL 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Smacks first homer Witt went 2-for-5 with a solo home run Thursday against the Blue Jays.

Impact Witt took Trevor Richards yard in the eighth inning to tally his first homer of the season. He's had a slow start to the campaign overall, as he has just four hits across 29 plate appearances. Positively, he's struck out only five times in that span, so he should have more hits fall in soon.

APRIL 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Steals first base Witt went 2-for-3 with a run, two RBI, one walk and one steal Monday against the Blue Jays.

Impact He got his first hits of the season and also stole his first base. Most encouragingly, Witt has a 3:3 K:BB in 16 plate appearances this season.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hitless in first two games Witt went 0-for-4 during Saturday's loss to the Twins.

Impact Witt has yet to pick up a hit in his first two games of the season. There's obviously plenty of time left in the season, but it's possible there's some rust to shake off after not getting regular playing time for Team USA during the World Baseball Classic in March. There's no reason to panic at this point, but it's a disappointing start for one of the most talented players in baseball.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 17, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Seeing limited time for USA Witt has a hit in his only at-bat through two games for Team USA at the World Baseball Classic.

Impact Witt has been a bench bat for the USA, but he was fortunate to log plenty of time in spring training before leaving for the international tournament. Over seven Cactus League games, he hit .389 (7-for-18) with four RBI, a stolen base and six runs scored. Witt showed enticing speed (30 steals) and power (20 home runs, 31 doubles) over 150 games as a rookie last year, and he is penciled in as the Royals' starting shortstop this season after spending a large part of 2022 at third base.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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