What happened: Bobby Witt Jr. met with Hall of Famer Randy Johnson in Seattle, marking a 25-year connection between the two families. Johnson was teammates with Bobby Witt Sr. on the Arizona Diamondbacks squad that won the 2001 World Series.
Why it matters: The reunion highlights the multi-generational nature of baseball legacy as Witt Jr. follows in his father's footsteps. Witt Jr., who was recently named May Player of the Month, continues to anchor a Kansas City lineup amid a challenging 2026 campaign.
By the numbers: Bobby Witt Jr. (2026): .284 AVG, 9 HR, .822 OPS. Royals: 26-39 (4th AL Central). Mariners: 34-31 (1st AL West).
What to watch: The Royals conclude their weekend series in Seattle before heading back to Kansas City for a homestand.