The Boston Red Sox have contacted the Kansas City Royals regarding a potential blockbuster trade for superstar shortstop Bobby Witt Jr., according to reports emerging Sunday.
The inquiry signals Boston's aggressive pursuit of elite talent as they look to reshape their roster for immediate contention. Witt Jr., 26, is coming off a spectacular 2025 season where he hit .332 with 32 home runs, 109 RBIs, and 31 stolen bases, finishing second in American League MVP voting.
Kansas City holds contractual control over Witt Jr. through 2027 after signing him to an 11-year, $288.7 million extension in February 2024. Any deal would likely require a massive prospect package from Boston's farm system, which has been rebuilt in recent years.
The Royals, entering a critical offseason after a 56-106 record in 2025, have publicly stated their intention to build around Witt Jr. as the franchise cornerstone. However, the Red Sox's reported interest tests that resolve with what would be one of the most significant trade proposals in recent MLB history.
Neither organization has officially commented on the discussions, which remain in preliminary stages according to sources familiar with the conversations.
