Washington Nationals Select Zack Konstantinovsky in MLB Draft

The Washington Nationals have drafted Rutgers right-handed pitcher Zack Konstantinovsky in the 14th round of the MLB Draft. This marks the second player from the 2026 college class to be selected.
The Washington Nationals added to their organizational depth on day three of the Major League Baseball Draft, selecting Rutgers University right-handed pitcher Zack Konstantinovsky in the 14th round.
Konstantinovsky, a key arm for the Scarlet Knights, becomes the second player from the 2026 collegiate class to hear his name called in this year's draft, highlighting his potential and performance.
His selection by the Nationals provides him an opportunity to begin his professional career within a Major League Baseball system.
While not a marquee first-round selection, the Nationals' choice of Konstantinovsky signals a belief in his development potential, especially for a pitcher coming from a strong collegiate program.

