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Bobby Witt Jr. exited Monday’s game in the fifth inning due to back tightness, a recurring issue that also forced him to sit out Sunday’s matchup—he still managed two at-bats before leaving. The Royals plugged in Nick Loftin at shortstop and in his batting slot, a familiar pattern as Witt battles nagging physical woes this season, including a six-game absence in June from a knee sprain. With key players like Cole Ragans, Kris Bubic, Kyle Isbel, Maikel Garcia, and Stephen Kolek already sidelined, the team’s depth is stretched thin. Despite the setbacks, Witt’s been a force at the plate this…
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