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Royals star Bobby Witt Jr. injured in spring training game against Mariners

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UPDATE, 7 p.m. | The Royals say Witt has a left forearm contusion and X-rays are negative. They plan to re-evaluate on Thursday morning.

ORIGINAL REPORT | Royals star Bobby Witt Jr. sustained a forearm injury in Wednesday’s spring training game.

The team said the shortstop left the game after being hit in the left forearm.

“He will undergo further evaluation,” the club said on social media.

Opening Day at the K is set for Thursday, March 27. First pitch is set for 3:10 p.m. against the Guardians.