Zoe Mckey, Staff Writer
James Wood, the Washington Nationals’ top prospect, is set to make his major league debut on Monday night against the New York Mets. This long-awaited debut comes after Wood’s impressive performance in Triple-A, where he posted a .346 batting average and a 1.036 OPS, along with 10 home runs and 34 RBIs in 51 games. The 21-year-old outfielder was a key acquisition from the San Diego Padres in the 2022 trade for Juan Soto and has quickly risen to be MLB Pipeline’s No. 3 overall prospect.
His call-up is highly anticipated, signaling a significant moment for the Nationals as they continue their rebuilding efforts. Wood’s journey to the majors has been marked by overcoming a recent hamstring injury that delayed his debut. Since returning from the injured list, he has continued to excel, further demonstrating his readiness for the big leagues.
