Bobby Witt Jr. earns Heart and Hustle Award from Royals for third straight year
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 3:30 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Bobby Witt Jr. of the Kansas City Royals has won the MLBPAA Heart and Hustle Award for the third consecutive season. The recent accolade highlights his contributions despite the team's struggles this season, sitting 21 games under.500. Witt has achieved a.286 batting average, 13 home runs, and 31 stolen bases across 98 games this year. Recognized as a leader within the franchise, he has also made his first All-Star start this season. The Royals are optimistic about future seasons, relying on Witt's talent and commitment to help rebuild the team's competitiveness.
- •Witt earns his third consecutive Heart and Hustle Award
- •He has a.286 batting average and 31 stolen bases this season
- •The Royals are 21 games under.500 this season
- •Witt made his first All-Star start this year
- •He signed a long-term contract to help the team's future
- 3:30 PMYahoo Sports — Kansas City Royals’ Bobby Witt Jr. Wins Award for 3rd Straight Season
"Bobby Witt Jr. has continued to set the standard in Kansas City.
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