MLB Rumors: Bobby Witt Jr., Royals Have Made 'Some Progress' on Contract Extension

The Kansas City Royals have reportedly made "some progress" on a contract extension with shortstop Bobby Witt Jr., per the New York Post's Jon Heyman.

According to Heyman, the deal is "not done yet" and there is "no guarantee," but the two sides are working towards an extension. Witt made $745,700 in 2023, and now, the Royals are looking to extend the young talent.

Last season in his second MLB campaign, Witt hit at a .276 clip, notching 177 hits, 30 home runs and 96 RBIs.

The Royals have made a handful of moves already this offseason, signing Michael Wacha, Seth Lugo, Hunter Renfroe, Will Smith and Chris Stratton while dealing for Kyle Wright.

Now, Kansas City will look to make another big move by extending Witt, who is certainly on his way to becoming one of the league's best shortstops. The Royals would certainly have to pay a hefty price for Witt, but it would be well worth it for a player who could be the face of the franchise.

The Royals are coming off a disappointing 56-106 season that saw them miss the postseason for an eighth straight season, which is tied for the second-longest drought in baseball. Extending Witt, along with the rest of the Royals offseason moves, could help them end that drought next year.