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Willits Could Be Nationals' Next Star | MLB News
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The Washington Nationals stunned the baseball world by drafting 17-year-old Eli Willits first overall — the youngest 1 pick in history — despite heavy speculation he’d be passed over for Ethan Holliday or Kade Anderson. Now 18, Willits is proving his worth, with former GM Jim Bowden calling him a potential superstar, comparing him to Trea Turner and Francisco Lindor. If he even approaches their level, he could anchor the Nationals’ shortstop position for a decade. Bowden is already buzzing for Willits’ debut in the MLB Futures Game, believing he’s primed to explode onto the scene — and fans are watching closely.
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