Bobby Witt Jr. reassures Royals after leaving game with knee issue
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 9:17 AM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
Kansas City Royals player Bobby Witt Jr. left the game on June 7 with a knee injury but expressed relief, stating, 'I'm all right.' Witt, who went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts, has previously dealt with knee discomfort. The Royals believe there's no structural damage, but imaging will clarify the situation. An off day on June 8 will allow Witt to rest before facing the Texas Rangers in a three-game series. The Royals currently sit 9.5 games out in the American League Central.
- •Witt Jr. left the game in the seventh inning due to knee pain.
- •He reassured fans, saying he has dealt with this issue before.
- •Imaging will be done to assess his knee condition.
- •The Royals face the Rangers starting June 9.
- •Witt leads the team with a.280 batting average and 23 steals.
- 9:17 AMYahoo Sports — Royals' Bobby Witt Jr. provides a sense of relief after knee injury
"Kansas City Royals' Bobby Witt Jr. provides the fanbase with a sense of relief regarding his knee, saying, "I'm all right."
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