The Washington Nationals made headlines by selecting high school shortstop Eli Willits with the first overall pick in the MLB Draft, marking a bold move after recent franchise upheaval, including the firing of GM Mike Rizzo. This decision comes as a shock, given that Willits is the son of former MLB player Reggie Willits and at just 17 years old, he becomes the youngest No. 1 pick in MLB Draft history. The selection marks a significant moment as the Nationals aim to revitalize their roster while also contributing to a record-setting year that features a total of 17 first-round shortstops.