Despite a tightly packed top tier of prospects this year, the Nationals opted to stick with their original pick, selecting Kade Anderson, LHP from LSU, for his high potential.
Outfielder Gavin Turley and shortstop Aiva Arquette, the Beavers' pair of future early-round selections in the 2025 MLB Draft, combined to go 3-for-8 at the plate with five RBI.
Winning the first pick in the 2025 MLB Draft alters the Nationals' trajectory, as they could select transformative talents like Ethan Holliday or Jace LaViolette.