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What happened to Bobby Witt Jr.? Live injury updates for Royals vs. Twins 9/5/25

What happened to Bobby Witt Jr.? Live injury updates for Royals vs. Twins 9/5/25

MLB News

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By: Keagan Smith

UPDATE: Per the Royals, Witt Jr. left Friday’s game due to back spasms.

Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. exited Friday’s game against the Minnesota Twins early in the seventh inning. No reason has been provided as to why at this time, though it’s tough to see the Royals pulling their star in a one-run game barring an injury.

The Royals held a 2-1 lead at the time Witt Jr. was subbed out.

The 25-year-old shortstop is in the midst of one of his best seasons on the stat sheet, slashing .294/.352/.503 with 160 hits, 77 RBIs, 90 runs and 21 home runs in 139 games.

The Royals are 71-69 and just two games shy of an AL Wild Card berth.

Stay tuned to DK Network for live updates.

Keagan Smith
Keagan Smith
Keagan is a Texas-based editor and analyst who believes sports are the true eighth wonder of the world. After starting out in local media, he’s provided coverage for DraftKings Network since 2024. He gravitates toward football, hoops and hockey, but is happy to watch and write about any game that involves a ball or a puck. While his own athletic career ended in middle school, he’s also an avid fantasy player with a soft spot for dynasty formats, spending countless hours crafting the ever-elusive perfect squad.
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