Jaxon Willits

Jaxon Drew Willits (born October 27, 2004) is an American professional baseball shortstop in the Los Angeles Angels organization.

Amateur career Willits attended Fort Cobb-Broxton High School in Fort Cobb, Oklahoma. As a senior, he hit .620 with eight home runs and 42 stolen bases. Following his high school career, Willits committed to play college at the University of Oklahoma.

During the 2026 Men's College World Series, Willits batted .500 with one home run, four doubles, and seven RBI, helping lead the Sooners to their first national championship since 1994. He was subsequently named the College World Series Most Outstanding Player.

Professional career Willits was selected by the Los Angeles Angels in the fifth round, with the 141st overall pick, of the 2026 Major League Baseball draft. He signed with the Angels for $647,500 on July 22, 2026.

Personal life Willits is the son of former Major League Baseball (MLB) player Reggie Willits. His brother, Eli, was selected first overall in the 2025 MLB draft by the Washington Nationals. He also has a younger brother named Hunter.