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Patrick Mahomes Praises Royals Star Bobby Witt Jr.'s WBC Performance
The Chiefs quarterback had a one-word reaction to Witt Jr.'s highlight plays in Team USA's win over Mexico.
Published on Mar. 10, 2026
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Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes took to social media to praise Royals star Bobby Witt Jr. for his impressive performance in the World Baseball Classic. Witt Jr. made several diving defensive plays and contributed offensively as Team USA defeated Team Mexico 5-3. Mahomes, who is recovering from a season-ending injury, simply responded "Dawg" in recognition of Witt Jr.'s standout play.
Why it matters
Mahomes and Witt Jr. are two of the biggest sports stars in Kansas City, so their mutual admiration highlights the city's passion for its professional athletes. Witt Jr.'s WBC performance also showcases his growing reputation as one of the best all-around players in Major League Baseball.
The details
Witt Jr. went 2-for-4 with a walk and made several highlight-reel defensive plays to help Team USA secure the victory over Mexico. His efforts prevented potential hits and runs, contributing to the narrow 5-3 win. Mahomes, who is recovering from a torn ACL and LCL, took to social media to give a one-word reaction - "Dawg" - in recognition of Witt Jr.'s standout performance.
- On Monday evening, March 10, 2026, Team USA defeated Team Mexico 5-3 in the World Baseball Classic.
The players
Patrick Mahomes
The star quarterback of the Kansas City Chiefs, who is recovering from a season-ending injury suffered in the 2025 NFL season.
Bobby Witt Jr.
A rising star in Major League Baseball, playing for the Kansas City Royals. Witt Jr. has been named an All-Star twice, won two Gold Glove Awards, and was the 2024 MLB batting champion.
What they’re saying
“Dawg”
— Patrick Mahomes (Twitter)
What’s next
As Mahomes continues to recover from his injury, he will likely continue to follow Witt Jr. and the Royals' progress in the 2026 MLB season and beyond. The two Kansas City stars will hope to lead their respective teams to championships in the near future.
The takeaway
The mutual admiration between Mahomes and Witt Jr. showcases the strong bond between Kansas City's professional athletes and the city's passionate sports fans. Witt Jr.'s standout WBC performance further solidifies his status as one of the brightest young stars in baseball, and Mahomes' praise highlights the respect he has earned from his fellow Kansas City pro athlete.
