Bobby Witt Jr. hits two home runs in Royals' loss to Rays
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 3:15 AM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
Bobby Witt Jr. had an impressive performance despite the Kansas City Royals losing 10-4 to the Tampa Bay Rays on July 1. Witt went 3-for-4 with two home runs, marking the seventh multi-home run game of his career and his first since 2024. Currently, he is hitting.294 with 12 home runs this season. The Royals remain at the bottom of the AL Central standings with a record of 35-51. The teams will continue their three-game series at Kauffman Stadium on July 2.
- •Witt's home runs contributed to his total of 12 this season.
- •Royals are now 35-51 and in last place in the AL Central.
- •The game was the first of a three-game series against the Rays.
- •Witt aims for a third career All-Star selection this season.
- •First pitch for game two is scheduled for 7:40 PM EST on July 2.
- 3:15 AMYahoo Sports — Kansas City Royals' Bobby Witt Jr. Accomplishes Home Run Feat for 7th Time in Career
"Bobby Witt Jr. had a big game on Tuesday.
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