Royals Announce Bobby Witt Jr. News After Removal From Lineup originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

It's been a very up-and-down season for the Kansas City Royals, sitting with a 58-60 record and in third place in the AL Central going into their Monday matchup against the Washington Nationals. One bright spot has been 25-year-old shortstop Bobby Witt Jr.

A Kansas City Royals leader returned to the lineup for Monday night’s series- and homestand-opening game against the Washington Nationals at Kauffman Stadium. Superstar shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. rejoined the Royals’ batting order after missing Sunday’s game due to back stiffness.