The Washington Nationals are set to promote highly touted outfield prospect James Wood to the major leagues, with his big-league debut scheduled for Monday against the New York Mets. This news was reported by Andrew Golden of the Washington Post.

Wood, 21, has been showcasing his skills in Triple-A this season, impressing with a batting average of .346, an on-base percentage of .458, and a slugging percentage of .578. He has also demonstrated his power with 10 home runs, and his versatility on the basepaths with 10 stolen bases on 11 attempts.

Selected as the crown jewel of the trade that sent Juan Soto to the San Diego Padres, Wood was drafted in the second round of the 2021 draft. Joining left-hander MacKenzie Gore and shortstop CJ Abrams, the trade has proven to be fruitful for the Nationals as they continue to strengthen their roster.

CBS Sports had previously ranked Wood as the sixth best prospect in the minors, highlighting his impressive size and raw power. Standing at 6-foot-6 and 240 pounds, Wood has already displayed his ability to hit mammoth home runs. With room to add more muscle to his frame, he is expected to become one of the best sluggers in baseball as he continues to develop.

However, it is worth noting that Wood's combination of length and patience does make him prone to strikeouts. He had a high strikeout rate of nearly 34% in Double-A, but his on-base and slugging potential still make him a productive player. The Nationals hope that he can work on reducing his strikeout rate before reaching the majors, unlocking his superstar potential.

As the Nationals make room for Wood on their active and 40-player rosters, corresponding moves will need to take place. The team is excited to see what Wood can bring to the table and how he will contribute to their lineup as they face the New York Mets on Monday.

The anticipation is high as James Wood prepares for his highly anticipated major league debut, and baseball fans will be keeping a close eye on this promising young talent as he takes his first steps into the big leagues.