The Kansas City Royals are gearing up for the 2022 MLB season, and while expectations for the club are low, the team made a big announcement on Tuesday that will have fans fired up with Opening Day looming. According to Alec Lewis, the Royals have informed MLB's No. 1 overall prospect Bobby Witt Jr. that he has made the Opening Day roster and will be making his MLB debut on Thursday against the Cleveland Guardians.

This is huge news for the Royals as there was some discussion as to whether or not they'd include Witt in their Opening Day setup. Any doubts about his inclusion on the roster have been cast aside following Tuesday's announcement, and Witt figures to suit up at third base in his debut.

Witt ranks as MLB's top prospect, ahead of some big names including Adley Rustchmann, Julio Rodriguez, and Spencer Torkelson, all of whom figure to feature in the big leagues this season.

The 21-year-old is expected to usurp Adalberto Mondesi's spot at third base and should represent a significant upgrade over the speedster. Last year, across 123 games at Double-A and Triple-A, Witt slashed .290/.361/.575 with 33 home runs, 97 RBI, and 29 stolen bases. He recorded 35 doubles and 4 triples on the year as well, showcasing his prowess at the plate. Witt is heralded as an elite power hitter, a plus contact hitter, and a plus defender, capable of playing both shortstop and third base.

Royals fans should be fired up over the chance to get an early glimpse at their superstar of the future, and Witt will be hoping to make the most of his newfound opportunity early into the 2022 MLB season.