Bobby Witt Jr. revealed a fascinating shift in his sports fandom. Growing up, he was a dedicated New England Patriots fan, thanks to his Massachusetts roots and his dad’s influence. But things have changed; now, Witt is a Kansas City Chiefs fan, thanks to his ‘boss’ Patrick Mahomes. So, why the switch? It turns out Patrick Mahomes, who not only stars for the Chiefs but also owns a stake in the Royals, played a key role in Bobby’s transition. As Mahomes helped Witt navigate his new role with the Royals, he also inspired him to embrace the Chiefs. It’s a cool example of how connections in the sports world can shift allegiances and create new fan dynamics. Witt also expressed how easy this transition was on a show he recently appeared on. 

Bobby Witt Jr. shared a captivating story on the Rich Eisen Show about how he went from being a die-hard New England Patriots fan to a dedicated Kansas City Chiefs supporter. Growing up, Witt was all about Boston sports, thanks to his dad’s Massachusetts roots. But his journey took an exciting turn when he was drafted by the Royals and landed in Kansas City. It was a mix of Mahomes’ magic and winning streaks that made the transition smooth for Witt. “Then Mahomes was drafted a bit before me and seeing what he’s doing for the city and everything. My sister got me a Mahomes jersey in 2019, so had that and kinda became a fan and then they started winning,so I was like all right its kind of an easy transition,” Witt explained.

Bobby Witt Jr. is putting on a show that’s truly something special. With a scorching line of .339/.393/.611, Witt stands as the third-best hitter in the Majors, trailing only Aaron Judge and Juan Soto. But Witt’s impact goes beyond just his impressive batting stats. His elite defense at shortstop and dynamic baserunning make him a WAR favorite. With just two more steals, Witt will notch the 72nd 30-30 season in MLB history. It’s only the second time it’s been done by a player who primarily played shortstop.

And let’s not forget, Witt isn’t just filling the shortstop role; he’s dominating it. If Witt hits the projected 10.5 WAR, he’ll not only land among the top 25 best seasons since the MVP Award was first handed out, but he’ll also be just a notch behind Aaron Judge’s historic 2024. 

Aaron Judge vs Bobby Witt Jr. for MVP?

Over the next three days, fans will witness the dazzling talents of Aaron Judge and Bobby Witt Jr., two of the finest players of the 2024 season. since the modern MLB era began in 1920, only 46 players have finished a season with at least 10 wins above replacement, a metric calculated by FanGraphs. Judge and Witt are on the verge of joining this elite fraternity, a testament to their phenomenal performances. Aaron Judge, the towering Yankees’ captain at 6-foot-7, is delivering a generational offensive season. His power at the plate is the stuff of legends, challenging records and redefining what’s possible in baseball.  

On the other side, Bobby Witt Jr., the dynamic 6-foot-1 shortstop for the Kansas City Royals, is showcasing a blend of speed, hitting prowess, and fielding brilliance. In a key matchup between two American League MVP contenders, Aaron Judge led the Yankees to a 10-4 win over the Royals on Monday night. Judge, who won the MVP in 2022, went 2-for-4 with a walk and a crucial RBI. Meanwhile, Bobby Witt Jr., the Royals’ All-Star shortstop, couldn’t match Judge’s impact in this first game of their three-game series. The outcome gives the Yankees a strong start as they continue their push toward the playoffs. 

As the regular season winds down with fewer than 20 games left, the spotlight is on two of the American League’s most impressive stars: Bobby Witt Jr. of the Kansas City Royals and Aaron Judge of the New York Yankees. Both players have delivered standout performances, playing pivotal roles in pushing their teams towards the postseason. Which player do you want to see as the MVP of this season? Let us know in the comments.