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On YouTubeWashington Nationals News / Yardbarker / July 13
Nationals interim GM explains why they made stunning No. 1 pick
One week after firing their manager and general manager, the Washington Nationals made another stunning decision during the 2025 MLB Draft.
Washington Nationals News / Field Level Media / July 13
Nationals take 17-year-old SS Eli Willits in surprise No. 1 pick
ATLANTA -- 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.
Washington Nationals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 13
Nationals stun experts with youngest No 1 overall MLB Draft pick ever
The Washington Nationals have been making a lot of surprising moves lately. They fired manager Dave Martinez and general manager Mike Rizzo just ten days before the MLB Draft.
The 'Most recent cycle by MLB franchise' quiz
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Washington Nationals News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 13
Washington Nationals Make High School SS Eli Willits the No. 1 Overall Draft Pick
Eli Willits has a legacy to follow. The Washington Nationals selected the shortstop from Fort Cobb-Broxton High School (Okla). with the first pick in the 2025 MLB Draft on Sunday, the third No.
Washington Nationals News / Larry Brown Sports / July 13
Nationals pull a stunner with No. 1 pick in MLB Draft
The Washington Nationals threw everyone a curveball to kick off Sunday’s MLB Draft. Washington surprisingly used their No. 1 overall draft pick on high school shortstop Eli Willits.
Reggie Willits News / Federal Baseball / July 13
MLB Draft: Washington Nationals make Eli Willits the youngest number one pick 
The Washington Nationals made a surprise pick selecting high school shortstop Eli Willits The Washington Nationals have made Eli Willits the youngest number one pick in MLB Draft history.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / July 13
Nationals Choose Eli Willits With First Overall Pick in 2025 MLB Draft
The Washington Nationals have made their choice with the first overall pick in the 2025 MLB draft, and it's high school shortstop Eli Willits. Willits, a graduate of Fort Cobb-Broxton High in Oklahoma, is coming off a season in which he led the Mustangs to the OSSAA Class B state championship.
Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 13
Nationals select Eli Willits with first pick of 2025 Amateur Draft
The Nationals have taken high school shortstop Eli Willits as the first overall selection of the 2025 draft.
Washington Nationals News / 5 GOATs / July 13
Washington Nationals select Oklahoma SS commit Eli Willits in 2025 MLB Draft
Oklahoma shortstop commit Eli Willits was selected by the Washington Nationals with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft. He now has the option to begin his pro career.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / July 13
MLB Draft 2025: Washington Nationals draft tracker
Follow along for what should be a wild draft night with the Washington Nationals holding the number one pick The MLB Draft is finally here. Since the Nats won the lottery all the way back in December, fans have been waiting for this moment.
Washington Nationals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 13
Nationals rumors: ESPN’s final mock draft No. 1 pick amid speculation
The Washington Nationals are entrenched in a rebuild. They recently fired manager Dave Martinez and general manager Mike Rizzo, as the results were not coming fast enough.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / July 13
Nationals Quiet About MLB Draft Intentions, Seem To Be Leaning in This Direction
The day is finally here for the Washington Nationals. They have been on the clock in the 2025 MLB draft since it was revealed they had the No. 1 overall
CJ Abrams News / Athlon Sports / July 13
Nationals Announce CJ Abrams News After Unexpected Removal From Lineup
Shortstop CJ Abrams is in his fourth major-league season with the Washington Nationals after making his debut in 2022. Abrams was originally drafted by the San Diego Padres in the first round of the 2019 MLB Draft and played 44 games for the franchise before being dealt to the Nationals.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / July 13
Nationals Give Their Superstar Outfielder His First-Ever Day Off
The Washington Nationals have had a somewhat difficult-to-understand campaign when it comes to a variety of topics. While their record indicates an extremely poor showing at 38-56, they have found some cornerstone young players to build their team around in the long run.
Brady House News / Federal Baseball / July 13
Nationals Prospects: Brady House found his power stroke yesterday
Brady House’s signature power was missing at the big league level but the Nats third baseman found it yesterday As an amateur and in the Minor Leagues, power was a big part of Brady House’s game.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / July 13
MLB Draft 2025: Eli Willits getting late number 1 pick buzz
We thought the Washington Nationals were choosing between Holliday and Anderson but Eli Willits appears to be in the mix as well This draft cycle has had so many twists and turns.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / July 12
Nationals Select Two College Southpaws in Expanded 2025 MLB Mock Draft
The 2025 MLB draft is fast-approaching, and the Washington Nationals have a massive decision to make with the first overall selection. But they also need to hit on more than just that pick.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 11
MLB's No. 1 overall picks are rarely franchise-changing players
The Washington Nationals have the No. 1 overall pick in Sunday's Major League Baseball Draft, and it is a position they have had success with in the past.
Mike Rizzo News / Larry Brown Sports / July 11
Fired GM Mike Rizzo has cool gesture for Nationals fans
Former Washington Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo is offering a cool gesture to the team’s fans after his firing. On Friday, Rizzo sent a message to fans via the Instagram page for his Rizzo Family Foundation.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 11
Cardinals' bats wake up, explode for eight runs to take series over Nationals
St. Louis picked up a much-needed series win.
Washington Nationals News / Field Level Media / July 9
Interim manager Miguel Cairo gets 1st win as Nationals down Cards
Nathaniel Lowe hit a three-run homer to power the visiting Washington Nationals past the St. Louis Cardinals 8-2 on Wednesday night and give interim manager Miguel Cairo his first victory.
Trevor Williams News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 9
Nationals starter Trevor Williams to undergo UCL surgery
Washington Nationals right-hander Trevor Williams told members of the media Wednesday that he has a partial tear of his ulnar collateral ligament and will undergo surgery.
Keibert Ruiz News / Field Level Media / July 8
Nationals place C Keibert Ruiz (concussion) back on injured list
Washington Nationals catcher Keibert Ruiz returned to the seven-day concussion list Tuesday after being active for two games. In a corresponding move, the Nationals recalled catcher Drew Millas from Triple-A Rochester.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / July 8
ESPN insider says Nationals may have changed thoughts for top MLB Draft pick
On Sunday, the Nationals fired manager Dave Martinez and general manager Mike Rizzo, moves that raised eyebrows with the MLB Draft just days away.
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