Washington Nationals Win Top MLB Draft Pick for 2025
The Washington Nationals have secured the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft. This marks the first time the Nationals have held the top selection since 2010, when they drafted future MVP Bryce Harper.
The team’s good fortune came after winning the league’s third annual Draft Lottery at the Winter Meetings in Dallas. This year’s lottery saw the high-pressure format continue with teams earning chances based on their 2024 record, giving hope to rebuild hopeful clubs.
The Cleveland Guardians, who won the lottery last offseason, also took the top pick despite having the ninth-worst record. They selected Oregon State infielder Travis Bazzana first overall.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have the No. 1 pick for the second straight year. Last year they selected LSU’s Paul Skenes after winning the first-ever Draft Lottery
2025 MLB Draft Order: First Round
Here is the complete first-round draft order for the 2025 MLB Draft:
1. Nationals (10.2% odds)
2. Angels (17.96% odds)
3. Mariners (0.53% odds)
4. Rockies (22.5% odds)
5. Cardinals (0.82% odds)
6. Pirates (5.3% odds)
7. Marlins
8. Blue Jays
9. Reds
10. Sox
11. A’s
12. Rangers
13. Giants
14. Rays
15. Red Sox
16. Twins
17. Cubs
18. Diamondbacks
19. Orioles
20. Brewers
21. Astros
22. Braves
23. Royals
24. Tigers
25. Padres
26. Phillies
27. Guardians
The Dodgers, Mets, and Yankees will each have their first-round pick moved back 10 spots due to their competitive balance tax (CBT) status. Teams exceeding the CBT threshold ($277 million in 2024) have their first-round pick pushed back 10 spots.
**Beyond the First Round:**
The order for rounds 2-20 is determined by the reverse standings of this year’s MLB season. This means the last-place team, the Chicago White Sox, will have the first pick in the second round. Additional picks, including free-agent compensation and the competitive balance round, will be determined throughout the offseason.
Stay tuned for more information about the 2025 MLB Draft as we get closer to the event!