Let’s talk about a guy who’s about to etch his name into Major League Baseball history—Bobby Witt Jr. This kid is an absolute force in MLB.
If the projections hold up, he’s about to do something only one player has ever done before. That’s right, only one—Barry Bonds. You might’ve heard of him.
Witt’s 2024 Season Was Nothing Short of Elite
Let’s take a second to appreciate just how ridiculous Bobby Witt Jr.’s 2024 season was. The guy won the American League batting title with a .332 average.
He crushed 32 homers, drove in 109 runs, hit 45 doubles, and led the entire league in hits with 211. Just for fun, he also swiped 31 bags.
If not for Aaron Judge having a monster year, Witt might’ve walked away with the AL MVP award—he finished second, ahead of Juan Soto.
And it wasn’t just individual stats. Witt was a catalyst for a Royals team that went from an afterthought to a legitimate contender, making their way to the American League Division Series before being knocked out by the Yankees.
But with Witt leading the charge alongside Salvador Pérez, Seth Lugo, Cole Ragans, and Vinnie Pasquantino, Kansas City isn’t going anywhere. If anything, they’re an even bigger threat in 2025.
Chasing MLB History: Can Witt Join Barry Bonds?
Here’s where things get really interesting. Per Steamer projections, Witt is lined up for 31 home runs and 36 stolen bases in 2025.
If that happens, it’ll mark his third straight 30-30 season. And guess what? The only player to ever record three consecutive 30-30 seasons is Barry Bonds, who did it from 1995 to 1997. That’s it. That’s the list.
You know you’re doing something special whenever you are in the same conversation as Bonds. Bonds was a seven-time MVP for those who need a refresher.
He was a 14-time MLB All-Star, an eight-time Gold Glove winner, and one of the most feared hitters the game has ever seen. Comparing anyone to Bonds is a tall order, but Witt puts up numbers that demand attention.
The Royals Are Ready to Make Noise Again
With Witt at the center of it all, the Royals are shaping up to be a real problem in the American League. They already proved in 2024 that they could hang with the best, and now they’re returning with a core that’s only getting stronger.
If Witt pulls off another 30-30 season, he won’t just be a rising star—he’ll be making MLB history. And if you’re a Royals fan, it’s going to be a wild ride.
