The Nationals had the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft for the first time in 15 years, and with the coveted selection, they chose the youngest prospect in the class. The Nats picked shortstop Eli Willits from Fort Cobb-Broxton High School (Okla.

Fresh off an organizational switch-up, the Washington Nationals made a surprise selection with the first pick of the MLB Draft on Sunday, selecting 17-year-old shortstop Eli Willits. A week after general manager Mike Rizzo and manager Dave Martinez were fired amidst the franchise's sixth straight losing season,

The Washington Nationals selected shortstop Eli Willits with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft on Sunday.