Bobby Witt Jr

2024 - 7 - 15

Bobby Witt Jr: The Rising Star of the Home Run Derby

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Discover how Bobby Witt Jr. made his mark in the 2024 Home Run Derby and captured the hearts of fans nationwide!

Bobby Witt Jr. gave a stellar performance in the 2024 Home Run Derby, nearly clinching the crown in a thrilling final round. Hailing from Texas, Witt had his eyes set on his first All-Star team appearance, and his wish came true when the Midsummer Classic was held in his home region. The event turned into a family affair, with Witt's special nod to his older sisters who married baseball players, including James Russell, a former Cubs pitcher.

Kansas City Royals' standout, Bobby Witt Jr., wowed the crowds with his charismatic presence and powerful hits during the T-Mobile Home Run Derby. Despite his incredible performance, Witt fell just short of victory as Teoscar Hernández emerged as the 2024 Home Run Derby champion, defeating Witt in a sensational final showdown.

The Home Run Derby saw a fierce competition among top players, including Gunnar Henderson, Marcell Ozuna, José Ramírez, Pete Alonso, Adolis García, and Bobby Witt Jr. The event showcased the immense talent and dedication of these baseball stars, providing fans with an unforgettable evening of sports entertainment.

In a heart-stopping turn of events, Colleyville Heritage alum Bobby Witt Jr. made a daring comeback attempt in the Home Run Derby finals but ultimately fell two home runs short of Teoscar Hernández, the ultimate victor. Witt's impressive performance and resilience on the field solidified his status as a rising star in the MLB, garnering admiration and support from fans and fellow players alike.

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Witt comes just shy of Derby crown in thrilling final round (MLB.com)

ARLINGTON -- Once Bobby Witt Jr. saw that this Midsummer Classic would be in Texas, he hoped fiercely for it to be where he'd make his first All-Star team.

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An All-Star in his home region, Witt's special nod a family affair (MLB.com)

All three of his older sisters married baseball players, and Witt went with James Russell, a lefty who pitched six seasons with the Cubs and is the son of ...

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How will Royals' Bobby Witt Jr. fare in 1st Home Run Derby? Fellow ... (Kansas City Star)

Kansas City Royals star Bobby Witt Jr. could turn heads during the 2024 T-Mobile Home Run Derby on Monday night.

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Teoscar Hernández Wins 2024 Home Run Derby over Bobby Witt Jr ... (Bleacher Report)

Teoscar Hernández is a Home Run Derby champion. The Los Angeles Dodgers slugger defeated Bobby Witt Jr. of the Kansas City Royals in the final of the 2024…

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2024 MLB Home Run Derby results: Follow live updates as Teoscar ... (CBS sports.com)

Gunnar Henderson, Orioles; Marcell Ozuna, Braves; José Ramírez, Guardians; Pete Alonso, Mets; Teoscar Hernández, Dodgers; Adolis García, Rangers; Bobby Witt Jr.

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See photos of Royal's Bobby Witt Jr. coming oh-so-close to winning ... (Kansas City Star)

See photos of Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. in the MLB All-Star Game Home Run Derby at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas.

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Bobby Witt Jr. finishes runner up at 2024 MLB Home Run Derby (KCTV Kansas City)

Kansas City's ...

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Teoscar Hernandez defeats Colleyville Heritage alum Bobby Witt Jr ... (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)

Colleyville Heritage alum Bobby Witt Jr. nearly pulled off a daring comeback at the Home Run Derby, but he fell two home runs short of Dodgers star Teoscar ...

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Dallas-Fort Worth native Bobby Witt Jr. shares excitement ahead of ... (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)

Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. is living the dream and he knows it. The former Colleyville Heritage standout is playing in his first all-star ...

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Bobby Witt Jr. describes 'unbelievable' first All-Star experience (The Dallas Morning News)

He competed in the Home Run Derby on Monday and will play in the All-Star Game on Tuesday for the American League. Advertisement. In his first round of the ...

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Home Run Derby: Bobby Witt Jr., Teoscar Hernandez meet in finals (The Albany Herald)

ARLINGTON, Texas -- A pair of first-time participants have reached the finals of the Home Run Derby as the Royals' Bobby Witt Jr. will go head-to-head with ...

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Bobby Witt Jr. hits 17 HRs to advance to Home Run Derby final ... (TSN)

Bobby Witt Jr.'s 17 home runs push him past Jose Ramirez and into the final round of the 2024 Home Run Derby.

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MLB Home Run Derby: Teoscar Hernández outlasts Bobby Witt Jr ... (Yahoo Sports)

For an event normally filled with fireworks, the 2024 edition of the Derby was rather sleepy.

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Teoscar Hernández beats Bobby Witt Jr. to win MLB Home Run ... (Yahoo Sports)

The Los Angeles Dodgers star is the new Home Run Derby champion.

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Colleyville Heritage High School alumni Bobby Witt Jr. of the Kansas ... (CBS Dallas / Fort Worth)

Witt was the No. 2 overall pick by the Royals in 2019 out of Colleyville Heritage High School, about 15 miles north of the Rangers' stadium.

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LOOK: Patrick Mahomes reacts to Bobby Witt Jr.'s spectacular Home ... (Chiefs Wire)

Check out Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes' reaction to Royals SS Bobby Witt Jr.'s outstanding Home Run Derby performance.

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Royals' Bobby Witt Jr. reaches final round of 2024 MLB Home Run ... (fox4kc.com)

Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. is making quite the first impression his first time as an MLB All-Star.

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L.A. Dodgers' Teoscar Hernández beats K.C.'s Bobby Witt Jr. for ... (Orlando Sentinel)

The 31-year-old Hernández hit 49 homers over three rounds that totaled 3.98 miles and became the first Dodgers player to win the derby.

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The Royals are incredibly lucky to have Bobby Witt Jr. (Royals Review)

Not only does he boast superstar talent, but he brings an enthusiasm for the sport that makes watching him more fun.

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Patrick Mahomes, Royals fans react to Bobby Witt Jr.'s outstanding ... (Chiefs Wire)

Check out what Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes and other Royals fans had to say about Bobby Witt Jr.'s Home Run Derby performance on Monday night.

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'Game is in good hands:' MLB All-Stars laud Bobby Witt Jr.'s rise to ... (Kansas City Star)

Kansas City Royals star Bobby Witt Jr. is becoming a household name around Major League Baseball. Fellow All-Star Game players praise him.

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Royals Star Bobby Witt Jr. Had a Simple Post on "X" After Home Run ... (Sports Illustrated)

Bobby Witt Jr. of the Kansas City Royals came just one home run short in the finals of the Home Run Derby on Monday night. After his loss to Teoscar ...

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