The Washington Nationals have promoted their 11th ranked prospect Robert Hassell III to the big leagues. It has been a long and bumpy road for Hassell, but with Dylan Crews going down last night, he is finally a big leaguer.
The Washington Nationals are calling up Robert Hassell III to the majors, per @_chaseford. pic.twitter.com/9WRVVNGann
— Milb Central (@milb_central) May 21, 2025
It has been quite the journey for the man they call Bobby Barrels. He was drafted 8th overall out of high school in the 2020 draft by the San Diego Padres.