Royals Reinstate Witt, India as Wacha Hits Concussion IL

The Kansas City Royals made several roster moves ahead of their game against the Cleveland Guardians, with shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. returning after missing three games due to lower back spasms. Witt, who has been a key offensive player this season with a .294 batting average, 21 home runs, and 77 RBIs, resumed his usual spot in the lineup batting second. Second baseman Jonathan India was also reinstated from the 10-day injured list after recovering from a left wrist sprain and served as the designated hitter. However, the Royals placed starting pitcher Michael Wacha on the seven-day concussion injured list due to an off-field accident, which will keep him out for at least a week. Manager Matt Quatraro indicated that the team is evaluating its pitching plans for the upcoming games, considering bullpen options amid a busy schedule. The Royals and Guardians remain in a close race for a postseason berth, with Cleveland recently overtaking Kansas City in the AL Central standings.