Washington Nationals prospect Dylan Crews reportedly being called up to make MLB debut next week

The Washington Nationals are calling up top prospect Dylan Crews, per multiple reports. Crews is reportedly expected to make his MLB debut on Monday, when the Nationals start a series against the New York Yankees.

Crews was selected second overall by the Nationals in the 2023 MLB Draft, and he’s currently the No. 3 prospect in the league. The 22-year-old outfielder is considered a five-tool player, a strong hitter with speed. He is most likely to play center field for the Nationals once called up.

Crews has spent the past year in Washington’s minor-league affiliates and was promoted to the Triple-A Rochester Red Wings in June. He has 107 hits and 13 home runs so far in 2024, as well as 60 runs scored and 25 stolen bases.

On Tuesday, Crews hit a massive, three-run homer to secure a Red Wings lead. For many, this provided the final evidence that the 22-year-old outfielder is ready for some big-league action.

The Nationals are lagging behind in the NL East, currently sitting fourth with a 58-70 record. The team has a three-game series against the Atlanta Braves ahead of them before they take on the Yankees at home.