The Washington Nationals are set to call up outfielder Dylan Crews, the No. 3 prospect in Major League Baseball, to make his debut on Monday night against the New York Yankees. The 22-year-old was drafted No. 2 overall last summer and has been excelling in the minor leagues, batting .272 with 13 homers and 68 RBIs this season. Crews will join 21-year-old James Wood in the Nationals’ young outfield as the team continues its rebuilding phase. General manager Mike Rizzo has been focused on developing young talent, trading away key players like Juan Soto, and emphasizing the progress of the rebuild. Crews, who received a $9 million bonus upon signing, was honored with the Golden Spikes Award as the nation’s top amateur player and is touted as a big part of the Nationals’ future. Manager Dave Martinez expressed his excitement about Crews’ potential and the consistency he has shown in his career so far. With Crews joining Wood and center fielder Jacob Young, the Nationals are building an impressive outfield that reflects their commitment to youth development. This move underscores Washington’s shift towards a younger roster and the team’s focus on building for the future.
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AP source reports MLB’s No. 3 prospect, Dylan Crews of the Nationals, set to debut on Monday
