Royals' Bobby Witt Jr. Makes Announcement on Friday

Beyond his production on the diamond, Witt has also been making moves off the field as he momentarily shifts his focus away from baseball in the offseason. He took to social media to announce a meet-and-greet for Royals fans, sponsored by Dick’s Sporting Goods at the Leawood, Kansas location on Saturday.

The event will also feature Chinook Seedery, with sunflower seeds available for supporters. Witt has long been invested in the company, becoming a part-owner and significant stakeholder in the growing snack brand.

He shared the details on his Instagram story with the caption, “KC!! Come say hi and get some @chinookseedery tomorrow at @dickhouseofsport .”

Witt’s rise to stardom has been years in the making. Drafted second overall by Kansas City in the 2019 MLB Draft, he quickly became the face of the franchise. His debut came in 2022, when he finished fourth in American League Rookie of the Year voting, offering a glimpse of the impact he would soon deliver.

Since then, Witt has developed into one of the most complete players in the game, combining speed on the bases, strong defense and the ability to hit for both power and average.

Around the league, he is widely regarded as the third-best player in baseball, trailing only Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge. His individual accolades through four seasons highlight that reputation: two All-Star selections, two Gold Gloves, two Silver Sluggers, a batting title and a Platinum Glove. For Kansas City, Witt represents the foundation of a roster that is steadily building toward consistent playoff contention.