Witt isn't in Friday's lineup, but manager Mike Matheny is optimistic the rookie could return to the lineup sometime this weekend, Joel Goldberg of Bally Sports Kansas City reports.

EDGE Analysis

Witt pushed harder Friday in his workouts than he has in recent days, so it sounds like he is truly day-to-day. Maikel Garcia is starting at shortstop while Nicky Lopez starts at third base Friday.