The Future: When will Dylan Crews be called up?

Good Morning, and welcome to The Future, Washington Nationals fans, focused on the Washington Nationals farm system.

More on The Future later, but here is what happened over the weekend around the Washington Nationals minor leagues for August 12, 2024.

Leading this Morning's Briefing: When will Dylan Crews be called up?

With James Wood making waves in the majors and the Nationals boasting young talent across the diamond, all eyes are turning to Dylan Crews in Rochester. Fans eagerly await the day when last year's top draft pick joins the big league club.

There are arguments to be made on both sides, but at the end of the day, the fact that we are discussing what and when the Nationals should call up last year's draft pick is good.

With the Rochester Red Wings, Crews is hitting an impressive .265, a slugging percentage of .465, and an OPS of .809, with six home runs, 45 hits, 20 RBI, and 26 runs scored, since being called to Triple-A. In yesterday's game against the Buffalo Bisons, Crews went 1-4.

Entering Sunday's game, The LSU product has shown a clear preference for hitting on the road, boasting an impressive .894 OPS and five home runs compared to his .718 OPS at home. His recent home run marks the second consecutive game with a long ball, a feat he has only achieved once in his short major league career.

August has been a particularly productive month for Crews, as he has tallied a remarkable 1.048 OPS and five extra-base hits in his first eight games. His consistent offensive output and power-hitting ability have solidified his status as a promising young talent in the minor leagues. Additionally, Crews has demonstrated a knack for hitting left-handed pitching, with his latest home run being just the second of his career against southpaws.

Dylan Crews' development remains a focal point as the Nationals' farm system continues to impress. With his recent surge in performance, the question isn't if he'll reach the majors but when. Nationals fans are holding their breath, eagerly anticipating the day when Crews steps onto the national stage.

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Rochester Red Wings - Triple-A Affiliate

The Rochester Red Wings defeated the Buffalo Bisons 10-8 on Sunday afternoon. The Red Wings now have a record of 60-52 and are 27-30 on the road this season.

Rochester jumped out to an early lead and held off a furious late rally by the Bisons to clinch the win. The Red Wings' offense was led by Darren Baker, who went 2-5 with a crucial two-RBI double that extended the team's lead in the fourth inning. Baker's timely hit proved to be a pivotal moment in the game, helping the Red Wings maintain their momentum.

While the Bisons managed to make things interesting in the ninth inning, the Red Wings held their nerve to secure the victory. This series win is a testament to the team's resilience and determination.

In yesterday's game against the Buffalo Bisons, OF Dylan Crews went 1-4.

Next game

The Rochester Red Wings will welcome the Syracuse Mets this week at Innovative Field. Tomorrow night's first pitch will be at 6:45 p.m. Pitching matchups for the series have yet to be announced.

Harrisburg Senators - Double-A Affiliate

On Sunday afternoon at Prince George's Stadium, the Harrisburg Senators rallied from a 4-2 deficit to defeat the Bowie Baysox 5-4.

Bowie jumped out to an early 3-0 lead with runs in the first and second innings. The Senators chipped away at the advantage, scoring twice in the fourth thanks to Baysox errors. Bowie responded with a run in the sixth to extend their lead to 4-2.

However, Harrisburg stormed back in the top of the eighth. Andrew Pinckney’s RBI double proved the game-winner, scoring Daylen Lile to give the Senators a 5-4 lead. Pinckney finished the game 2-4 with an RBI and a run scored. Pinckney now has a batting average of .264 and an OPS of .700

RHP Chase Solesky pitched effectively for Harrisburg, allowing four runs in 5.2 innings. The bullpen trio of Holden Powell, Garvin Alston, and Daison Acosta combined for 3.1 scoreless innings, with Acosta earning the save.

Pinckney and Daylen Lile ( Lile went 1-4) each had a run and an RBI in the win, while second baseman J.T. Arruda extended his hitting streak to nine games.

Next Game

The Harrisburg Senators will welcome the Richmond Flying Squirrels this week at FNB Field. Tomorrow night's first pitch will be 6:30 p.m. EDT. Pitching matchups for the series have yet to be announced.

Wilimington Blue Rocks - High-A Affiliate

On Sunday afternoon, the Wilmington Blue Rocks were defeated by the Jersey Shore BlueClaws 9-4.

Wilmington's SS Phillip Glasser finished the game on Sunday 2-3 with a walk. Glasser is now hitting .305 with a .897 OPS. Marcus Brown continues to impress down in Wilmington. Brown went 1-4, and lastly, catcher Maxwell Romero Jr. hit a two-run home run, finishing the day 1-4 with two RBI. Romero Jr is hitting .188 with an OPS of .629.

Next Game

This week, the Wilmington Blue Rocks will welcome the Brooklyn Cyclones to Daniel S Frawley Stadium. Tomorrow night's first pitch will be at 6:30 p.m. EDT. Pitching matchups have yet to be announced for the series.

Fredericksburg Nationals - Low-A Affiliate

The Carolina Mudcats capped off their week in Fredericksburg with a 6-4 victory over the Fredericksburg Nationals, resulting in a series split. With the win, Carolina improved to 23-18 (64-42), while Fredericksburg's record stands at 26-16 (61-47).

Miguel Briceno's two-run double in the second inning gave the Mudcats an early lead. The Nats responded in the bottom of the third with a Brenner Cox home run and a series of hits to take a 4-2 advantage. However, Carolina rallied with a pair of wild pitches in the fourth to tie the game, and added two more runs in the fifth to regain the lead.

Mudcat pitching shut down the Nats' offense after the third inning, securing the 6-4 win. Brailin Rodriguez earned the victory, while Bryan Sanchez took the loss. Harrison Durow notched his sixth save of the season.

Over the weekend however, the Fredericksburg Nationals made history on Saturday by defeating the Carolina Mudcats 7-1 in a thrilling no-hitter. Pitcher RHP Travis Sykora was in complete command on the mound. The 20-year-old tossed six perfect innings, baffling the Mudcats' potent lineup. Sykora's stellar performance set a new career high, culminating in a four-strikeout streak to match his season-best of 10 strikeouts over 6.0 innings.

Travis Sykora earned the win, improving his record to 3-3 with an ERA of 2.42, while Josh Knoth took the loss for Carolina (3-6).

Sykora had previously pitched five scoreless, no-hit innings twice this season. In his previous start against the Lynchburg Hillcats, he threw five more no-hit innings in another start on July 9. The Nationals’ No. 13 prospect is expected to climb the rankings in MLB Pipeline’s upcoming update, showcasing his dominance again.

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Next Game

The Fredericksburg Nationals will welcome the Salem Red Sox to Virginia Credit Union Stadium. Tomorrow night's first pitch will be at 7:05 p.m. EDT. Pitching matchups have yet to be announced for the series.

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