The 2025 MLB Draft's first round concluded with the Washington Nationals surprisingly selecting Eli Willits as the No. 1 overall pick. Pre-draft favorite Kade Anderson went No. 3 to the Mariners. The draft featured 27 first-round picks due to penalties on three teams. The selections included a mix of high school and college players, with several shortstops and left-handed pitchers chosen. Grades for each pick were assigned, ranging from A to C-.

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