Top pick Eli Willits, 17
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On Sunday night, the Washington Nationals took Georgia high school shortstop Eli Willits at No. 1 in the MLB Draft. It was a bit of a surprise, as many expected them to select pitcher Kade Anderson of LSU, but it's another pick that gives hope to a Nationals franchise that is currently in last place in the National League East.
The Washington Nationals were awarded the No. 1 pick in December's draft lottery and selected high school shortstop Eli Willits on Sunday in a surprise pick.