2021 Bowman Draft Bobby Witt Jr #BD-47 Kansas City Royals

Description: Bobby Witt Jr., born on June 14, 2000, in Colleyville, Texas, is a professional baseball shortstop for the Kansas City Royals. Selected second overall in the 2019 MLB Draft, he has rapidly become one of baseball’s premier talents. Amateur Career:Witt attended Colleyville Heritage High School, where he showcased exceptional talent. As a junior in 2018, he batted .446 with 10 home runs. His senior year was even more impressive, earning him the Gatorade National Baseball Player of the Year after hitting .515 with 15 home runs, 54 RBIs, and 17 stolen bases. He initially committed to play college baseball at the University of Oklahoma but chose to sign with the Royals after being drafted. Professional Career:•Minor Leagues: Witt debuted professionally in 2019 with the Arizona League Royals, posting a .262 average over 37 games. The 2020 minor league season’s cancellation didn’t hinder his progress; he impressed at the Royals’ alternate training site. In 2021, he advanced from Double-A Northwest Arkansas to Triple-A Omaha, combining for 33 home runs and 29 stolen bases, earning accolades such as the USA Today and Baseball America Minor League Player of the Year Awards. •Major Leagues:•2022: Witt made his MLB debut on April 7, 2022, as the Royals’ starting third baseman. He transitioned to shortstop mid-season and concluded the year with a .254 batting average, 20 home runs, 80 RBIs, and 30 stolen bases, becoming the fifth player in MLB history to achieve a 20-20 season in his rookie year. •2023: Elevating his performance, Witt achieved a .276 average with 30 home runs, 96 RBIs, and a league-leading 49 stolen bases. He led the majors with 11 triples and became the first player in MLB history to record 30 home runs, 10 triples, and 45 stolen bases in a single season. •2024: Witt’s breakout year featured a .332 batting average, leading the American League, along with 32 home runs, 109 RBIs, and 31 stolen bases. He earned his first All-Star selection and became the first shortstop in MLB history to achieve two consecutive 30-30 seasons. Contract:In February 2024, Witt secured his future with the Royals by signing an 11-year, $288.78 million extension, reflecting the organization’s commitment to him as a cornerstone player. Career Statistics (as of 2024):•Batting Average: .288•Home Runs: 82•RBIs: 285•Stolen Bases: 110•Hits: 538 Witt’s combination of power, speed, and defensive prowess has solidified his status as one of baseball’s brightest young stars, with a promising future ahead.

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Location: Olathe, Kansas

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