Dylan Crews, the No. 2 pick in last year's MLB draft, is progressing rapidly through the minor leagues and remains unfazed by the success of his former LSU teammate Paul Skenes, who will start the All-Star Game for the National League. Crews, currently playing for Class AAA Rochester, emphasizes staying present and focused on his development, confident that his time in the majors will come when he's ready.
The Washington Nationals' 2024 top 20 prospects are led by Dylan Crews and James Wood, with a top-heavy system that includes players looking to prove themselves after a challenging 2023 season. Crews, known for his advanced hit tool and potential for power, is expected to make his major league debut this year, while Wood, an outstanding athlete with elite tools, faces challenges related to his strike zone. Other notable prospects include Brady House, Cade Cavalli, and Daylen Lile, each with their own strengths and areas for improvement.
The Washington Nationals are promoting top prospect Dylan Crews to Double-A Harrisburg after his impressive performance in Single-A. Crews, who was selected with the No. 2 pick in the 2023 MLB Draft, has been hitting .351/.424/.649 with 20 hits, 24 RBI, and five home runs in 13 games. The move suggests that the Nationals may be considering a potential call-up to the majors for Crews later this year. However, the decision to skip the High-A level has raised some eyebrows, as it denies the team's affiliate, the Blue Rocks, the opportunity to showcase the highly touted prospect.
The Washington Nationals have agreed to a signing bonus in the $9 million range with LSU outfielder Dylan Crews, the No. 2 pick in MLB's draft. This is slightly higher than the slot value for the pick and the second largest draft signing bonus ever. Crews, who was the No. 1 prospect in the draft class, had an impressive college career and is expected to be a key player in the Nationals' rebuild.
The Washington Nationals surprised many by selecting LSU outfielder Dylan Crews with the second pick in the MLB draft, following the Pittsburgh Pirates' selection of Crews' LSU teammate, right-hander Paul Skenes, as the first overall pick. Crews, who won the Golden Spikes Award as the nation's best amateur player, is known for his power, hitting ability, and defensive skills. The Nationals hope that Crews can have a similar impact to previous high draft picks like Bryce Harper and Stephen Strasburg. The team also added third baseman Yohandy Morales with their second-round pick.
LSU pitcher Paul Skenes was selected as the No. 1 overall pick by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 2023 MLB draft, while his teammate Dylan Crews was chosen second by the Washington Nationals, making them the first pair of teammates to go 1-2 in draft history. Skenes, a hard-throwing pitcher, had an impressive season with a 1.69 ERA and a Division I-leading 209 strikeouts. Crews, a power-hitting outfielder, won the Golden Spikes Award and had a standout season with a .426 batting average and 18 home runs.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have the first overall pick in the MLB Draft and are considering multiple prospects, including LSU teammates Dylan Crews and Paul Skenes. The top five players in the draft are considered potential stars, and the Pirates have the opportunity to select the third, fourth, or fifth player on the board, potentially saving money on the bonus and allowing them to acquire more talent with subsequent picks. The Pirates have a bonus pool of $16,185,700, with $9,721,000 slotted for the first overall pick. Most mock drafts have the Pirates selecting Crews or Skenes, but there is also consideration for Florida's Wyatt Langford. The Pirates have a history of mixed success with their previous No. 1 overall picks.
As the highly anticipated 2023 MLB Draft approaches, the Pittsburgh Pirates hold the 1st overall pick and have the opportunity to shape their future with top talent. The draft class is considered one of the deepest in recent memory, with prospects like Dylan Crews and Paul Skenes standing out. The Pirates may consider an under-slot deal to save money allocated for the top selection.
LSU superstar Dylan Crews, a top prospect in the 2023 MLB draft, is reportedly seeking a record-breaking $10 million signing bonus from whichever team selects him, surpassing the current highest deal of $8.42 million. While there is speculation that Crews may not be the No. 1 pick, his camp's demand could be a tactic to steer him towards a preferred team, with rumors suggesting he favors playing for the Washington Nationals. The Pittsburgh Pirates are projected to select Crews at No. 2 in one mock draft, but there are also high expectations for Crews' LSU teammate, pitcher Paul Skenes. Skenes had an impressive season, winning the National Pitcher of the Year award and being named Most Outstanding Player of the College World Series.
The 2023 MLB Draft is approaching, and the Pittsburgh Pirates face a tough decision between LSU pitcher Paul Skenes and outfielder Dylan Crews, as well as Florida outfielder Wyatt Langford. While the three college prospects are highly regarded, there are also two prep prospects, Max Clark and Walker Jenkins, who could surprise with an early selection. Here is a mock draft projection for the first round of the 2023 MLB Draft.
In Keith Law's final MLB mock draft, he predicts that the Pittsburgh Pirates will select Wyatt Langford as the first overall pick, followed by the Washington Nationals choosing Paul Skenes and the Detroit Tigers selecting Dylan Crews. The Texas Rangers are expected to pick Max Clark, while the Minnesota Twins are likely to choose Jacob Gonzalez. Law provides insights into the potential picks for each team in the first round of the draft.
Keith Law has released his final ranking of the top 100 prospects for the 2023 MLB Draft, with Dylan Crews maintaining the number one spot. Law describes Crews as the best prospect in this draft class, highlighting his hitting ability, potential for power, and improved speed. Crews has performed well for LSU, leading SEC hitters in average and OBP. Law also ranks other top prospects, including Jud Fabian, Andrew Painter, and Jordan Lawlar.
As the MLB Draft approaches, the Pittsburgh Pirates hold the first overall pick, but predicting who they will select is challenging. Experts estimate the odds for several top prospects, including Dylan Crews and Paul Skenes from LSU, Max Clark from Franklin High School, Wyatt Langford from Florida, and Walker Jenkins from South Brunswick High School. Crews is favored to go first, followed by Skenes, while Clark, Langford, and Jenkins have lower chances. The estimated bonuses for these players range from $7.8 million to $9.2 million.
LSU's Dylan Crews, Paul Skenes, and Tommy White have been named First-Team All-Americans by Baseball America magazine. Crews, the 2023 Golden Spikes Award winner, led the nation in runs scored and walks, while Skenes topped the nation in strikeouts and ERA. White finished first in RBI and pledged to donate a portion of his NIL earnings to a Baton Rouge organization. The trio played a key role in LSU's National Championship win and the team's seventh College World Series title.
The MLB Pipeline Draft board has expanded to a Top 250 list of prospects for the upcoming 2023 MLB Draft, with LSU right-hander Paul Skenes taking the top spot ahead of his teammate, outfielder Dylan Crews. The top five prospects remain fairly set, including Crews, Skenes, Florida outfielder Wyatt Langford, and high school outfielders Walker Jenkins and Max Clark. A survey of scouts also revealed that Skenes is considered one of the best pitching prospects since Stephen Strasburg and Gerrit Cole. Evaluators also weighed in on the best prospects in various categories, including high school arm Noble Meyer, catcher Kyle Teel, shortstop Jacob Wilson, and college left-handed pitcher Hunter Owen. Overall, the 2023 Draft class is seen as above-average, with a deep talent pool.
