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 Washington Nationals selected Fort Cobb-Broxton star infielder Eli Willits with the first overall pick during the MLB Draft on Sunday night.

The former unanimous 2024 Ivy League Player of the Year is now headed to Washington, D.C., where he will look to bring his consistently outstanding ability at the plate to the Big Leagues.