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Royals' Bobby Witt Jr. becomes first MLB player to reach 3.0 WAR, delivers game-tying hit in defeat
TL;DR
Bobby Witt Jr. of the Kansas City Royals becomes the first MLB player to achieve a 3.0 WAR rating. He also hit a game-tying double in the 10th inning against the St. Louis Cardinals.
Key points
- Bobby Witt Jr. is the first MLB player to achieve a 3.0 WAR rating
- He hit a game-tying double in the 10th inning
- The game was against the St. Louis Cardinals
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Royals' Bobby Witt Jr. becomes first MLB player to reach 3.0 WAR, delivers game-tying hit in defeat originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. continues proving to be one of MLB's top talents.
Entering Friday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium, Witt was the lone player to register a 3.0 WAR rating.
With the game tied in the top of the 10th inning, Witt delivered a first-pitch double to left-center field off reliever Ryan Stanek, scoring baserunner Maikel with the short-lived lead.
Witt can't do everything.
Royals' Bobby Witt Jr. pacing MLB in rising WAR rating
Despite the Royals struggling this season, Witt continues to provide the batting order with something the players collectively lack: consistent offense. The 25-year-old speedster, who executed an inside-the-park home run in 14.13 seconds earlier this season, should be considered an AL MVP candidate.
Q&A
What is Bobby Witt Jr.'s WAR rating in MLB?
Bobby Witt Jr. has achieved a 3.0 WAR rating, making him the first player in MLB history to reach this milestone.
Which team did Bobby Witt Jr. play against when he reached 3.0 WAR?
Bobby Witt Jr. reached the 3.0 WAR milestone during a game against the St. Louis Cardinals.
What significant play did Bobby Witt Jr. make in the game against the Cardinals?
In the game against the Cardinals, Bobby Witt Jr. delivered a game-tying double in the 10th inning.