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Nationals send outfielder Dylan Crews, No. 2 pick, to Triple-A
Dylan Crews, the Washington Nationals' highly touted outfielder, was optioned to Triple-A Rochester due to his struggles at the plate. The demotion of Crews, the second overall pick in the 2023 amateur draft, aims to benefit both the player and the organization.
The Washington Nationals have optioned outfielder Dylan Crews to Triple-A Rochester, following his struggles in spring training. Crews, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2023 amateur draft, posted a .103 batting average (3 for 29). Despite a .211 average in his first two seasons, the demotion was unexpected. Manager Blake Butera, as quoted by MLB, emphasized the organization's belief in Crews. Butera stated the move is in the best interest of both Crews and the Nationals. Washington's projected opening-day outfield includes James Wood, Jacob Young, Joey Wiemer, and Daylen Lile. Butera said Crews, 24, reacted professionally to the decision.
Key Facts
- Dylan Crews, Nationals outfielder, was optioned to Triple-A Rochester.
- Crews was the No. 2 overall pick in the 2023 amateur draft.
- His demotion stems from hitting struggles in spring training.
- Crews batted .103 (3 for 29) during spring training.
- Nationals manager Blake Butera affirmed the organization's faith in Crews.
- Butera believes starting in Triple-A is best for Crews and the team.
- Crews handled the news professionally, according to Butera.
- Washington's likely opening-day outfield will feature Wood, Young, Wiemer and Lile.
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Research Sources
- WHAS 11 Louisville — Nationals option outfielder Dylan Crews, the 2023 No. 2 overall draft pick, to Triple-A Rochester