Bobby Witt Jr. returned to Kansas City’s lineup after a one-game absence with a stiff back, reloading the Royals’ offense in the No. 2 hole as they chase a wild-card push. Witt’s presence instantly upgrades KC’s speed and power while keeping a multi-category floor intact in a tight late-season scramble.

Witt’s 116 games yield 130 hits, 71 runs, 17 homers, 65 RBIs and 30 stolen bases, with a line of .284/.340/.493 and an .833 OPS, ranking him second on the club in OPS and a constant fantasy driver. With KC four games behind the Yankees for a wild card and 44 games left, Witt’s health and workload become the pivot point for counting stats and category leverage as the Royals target a sprint to October.

KC heads into a winnable three-game set with the Nationals, a pivotal opportunity to trim ground in a crowded Wild Card race. Witt’s steadiness atop the order could buoy runs and RBIs across the lineup, while his elite speed adds another dynamic element—especially in leagues that reward stolen bases and power.

In dynasty and seasonal formats alike, Witt Jr. remains a high-floor, multi-category asset whose health is the key variable as the season intensifies. If he stays on the field, Kansas City’s offense could surge, elevating Witt to a must-start status in fantasy and DFS alike as the clock winds toward October.