Bobby Witt Jr. Lands in MLB’s Top 10 Again - and He’s Still Just Getting Started
Bobby Witt Jr. isn’t just knocking on the door of superstardom - he’s kicked it down and made himself at home. For the second straight year, the Kansas City Royals’ dynamic shortstop has been named one of the top 10 players in all of Major League Baseball by MLB Network, landing at No. 3 on the list. That’s elite company, right alongside names like Aaron Judge, Shohei Ohtani, and Tarik Skubal.
And it’s not just Witt carrying the flag for Kansas City. The Royals placed four players in the top 100, with Maikel Garcia (No.
65), Cole Ragans (No. 89), and Vinnie Pasquantino (No. 93) also getting their due. It’s a sign that this young core is finally starting to get the national recognition it’s earned.
But make no mistake - this is Witt’s team.
The 24-year-old is coming off a season that was nothing short of electric. He slashed .295 at the plate, racked up 184 hits, and piled on 47 doubles, 23 home runs, and 88 RBIs.
That’s the kind of stat line that doesn’t just turn heads - it turns games. He brought home his second Silver Slugger Award and added a Platinum Glove to his trophy case, showcasing the rare blend of power, speed, and elite defense that makes him one of the most complete players in the game.
Now entering his fifth MLB season, Witt is poised for an even bigger leap. Kansas City made a couple of savvy moves this offseason, adding Isaac Collins and Lane Thomas to bolster the lineup.
That added protection could be the key to unlocking an MVP-caliber campaign for Witt - something he’s been right on the cusp of. He finished second in AL MVP voting in 2024 and followed that up with a fourth-place finish in 2025.
The arrow is still pointing up.
One more factor working in Witt’s favor? The Royals are moving in the outfield fences at Kauffman Stadium.
That’s great news for a hitter who thrives in the power alleys. Witt already does damage to the gaps, and with a slightly more hitter-friendly park, there’s a real chance we see those doubles turn into more home runs and those warning-track fly balls start clearing the wall.
The Royals are expected to build their lineup around him - and why wouldn’t they? He’s the kind of player who can change a game with his bat, his glove, or his legs. And now, with a deeper lineup and a ballpark tweak that plays to his strengths, the stage is set for Witt to chase that elusive MVP title.
He’s already one of the best in baseball. But the scary part for the rest of the league? He might not have even hit his ceiling yet.