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On YouTubeWashington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 8
Nationals' CJ Abrams Remains One of Best Young Shortstops in Majors
While many aspects of the Washington Nationals 2025 season were bleak, they've already figured out one of the most important positions in baseball, shortstop.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / September 29
Washington Nationals Grades: Evaluating CJ Abrams up and down season 
Now that we are officially in the offseason, we will be trying some new things here at Federal Baseball. One thing we will do this offseason is evaluate and grade the players on the 2025 team.
Washington Nationals News / Just Baseball / September 8
The Nationals Have Not Taken the Step Forward They Needed To
Most sports fans are all too familiar with rebuilds. Hell, some fans only know rebuilds. Trade away production for younger talent in hopes of collecting enough for your next wave to make the playoffs, then repeat.
The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz
MLB has been awarding the American League Championship Series MVP Award since the 1980 season. How many of the winners in that time can you name in six minutes?
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 26
Nationals Star Duo Disappointingly Contributing to Team's Lack of Success Offensively
The Washington Nationals are at a talent disadvantage most nights they take the field, meaning they need to play near flawlessly to have any success. Throughout the season, James Wood, their left fielder, and CJ Abrams, their shortstop, led the way offensively.
25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series
Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 6
Nationals end 6-game skid with walk-off win over A's
CJ Abrams hit a walk-off single in the ninth inning as the Washington Nationals ended a six-game losing streak with a 2-1 win over the visiting Athletics on Wednesday night.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 6
Nationals' Star Shortstop CJ Abrams Has Struggled in Second Half
The second half of the 2025 MLB season has been going just about as poorly for the Washington Nationals as the first half went, with the team continuing to struggle in pretty much every facet of the game.
Washington Nationals News / Field Level Media / July 27
CJ Abrams helps Nationals cruise past Twins
CJ Abrams went 2-for-3 with a homer, and the Washington Nationals pulled away for a 7-2 win over the Minnesota Twins on Sunday afternoon in Minneapolis.
Washington Nationals News / Field Level Media / July 26
CJ Abrams, Alex Call lead Nationals past Twins
CJ Abrams and Alex Call drove in three runs apiece, and the Washington Nationals pulled away for a 9-3 win over the Minnesota Twins on Saturday night in Minneapolis.
Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 20
Nationals not planning to trade from young core at deadline
Interim GM Mike DeBartolo told the Washington Post’s Andrew Golden and other reporters on Saturday that the Nats want to build around such players as James Wood, CJ Abrams, Dylan Crews, and MacKenzie Gore, rather than shop them at the deadline.
Washington Nationals News / Athlon Sports / July 13
Nationals Announce CJ Abrams News After Unexpected Removal From Lineup
Shortstop CJ Abrams is in his fourth major-league season with the Washington Nationals after making his debut in 2022. Abrams was originally drafted by the San Diego Padres in the first round of the 2019 MLB Draft and played 44 games for the franchise before being dealt to the Nationals.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Washington Nationals News / Angels Nation / July 4
Abrams’ 11th-Inning Triple Lifts Nationals Over Angels as Wood Draws Four Intentional Walks
CJ Abrams delivered a clutch two-run triple in the 11th inning. James Wood was intentionally walked four times, a feat only five others in MLB history have accomplished, as the Washington Nationals topped the Los Angeles Angels 7-4 on Sunday afternoon.
Washington Nationals News / Angels Nation / June 30
Abrams’ 11th-Inning Triple Lifts Nationals Over Angels as Wood Draws Four Intentional Walks
CJ Abrams delivered a clutch two-run triple in the 11th inning. James Wood was intentionally walked four times, a feat only five others in MLB history have accomplished, as the Washington Nationals topped the Los Angeles Angels 7-4 on Sunday afternoon.
MLB News / LWOSports.com / May 25
Blockbuster trade may have been one of the worst in MLB history
In retrospect, the Padres' trade for Juan Soto looks like a disaster.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 23
Juan Soto trade comes full circle for Nationals
Juan Soto may be a New York Met, but his first team is still cashing in on the $765 million man.
Washington Nationals News / Field Level Media / April 24
Nationals activate SS CJ Abrams from injured list
The Washington Nationals activated shortstop CJ Abrams from the injured list Thursday and optioned third baseman Trey Lipscomb to Triple-A Rochester. Abrams, 24, last played on April 11 when he departed in the fourth inning with a right hip flexor strain.
Washington Nationals News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 23
Washington Nationals Shortstop CJ Abrams Going Through Up-and-Down Rehab Assignment
CJ Abrams has been eligible to be activated off the injured list for two days now, but the star shortstop has remained in the Washington Nationals’ farm system on a rehab assignment.
Washington Nationals News / Field Level Media / April 12
Nationals standout SS CJ Abrams (hip flexor) placed on IL
Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams has a right hip flexor strain and was placed on the 10-day injured list prior to Saturday's game against the host Miami Marlins.
Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 12
Heavy-hitting Nationals shortstop placed on 10-day IL
Infielder Nasim Nunez was called up from Triple-A to take his spot on the active roster.
Washington Nationals News / DC Sports King / September 21, 2024
Nationals send message to CJ Abrams with disciplinary demotion
The honeymoon phase is officially over for CJ Abrams. The Washington Nationals optioned the 23-year-old shortstop to Triple-A Rochester on Saturday. Initially, the move by the Nationals seemed perplexing despite the second-half struggles of Abrams.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / September 22, 2024
Nationals send strong message by demoting All-Star after casino all-nighter
The Nationals are taking the shortstop's infraction very seriously.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / August 6, 2024
Watch: Nationals' CJ Abrams hits home run off absurdly high pitch
The pitch was nearly parallel to Abrams' eyebrows when it crossed the plate.
Washington Nationals News / DC Sports King / July 8, 2024
Nats’ rising star CJ Abrams earns first All-Star Game selection
In a season marked by remarkable growth and standout performances, Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams has earned his first MLB All-Star selection.
Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 11, 2024
Nationals had 'substantive discussions' with former top prospect about extension
CJ Abrams and the Nationals “held substantive discussions” about a possible contract extension this past spring.
Washington Nationals News / Viral Sports News / April 30, 2024
Washington Nationals CJ Abrams Makes MLB History To Start 2024 Season
When the Washington Nationals made the tough decision to trade superstar outfielder Juan Soto to the San Diego Padres, they got back some of the top prospects in baseball.
Washington Nationals News / Just Baseball / April 29, 2024
CJ Abrams is Taking the Leap for the Washington Nationals
When you trade away a franchise player, you hope the return can replace some of the lost production or set your team up well for the future. But when you deal a talent such as Juan Soto, you had better have at least one, if not more, difference-makers coming your way.
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