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Former MLB Exec Says Nationals Could Still Pull Off Blockbuster Before Opening Day

Following the trade of MacKenzie Gore to the Texas Rangers, everyone is keeping an eye on what the Washington Nationals might do before the upcoming season gets underway.

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Nationals’ CJ Abrams Looms as Wild Card in Offseason Trade Market

Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams is an interesting trade candidate. The San Francisco Giants showed interest in him and even tried to make a trade for him, but they couldn't meet Washington's asking price.

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Nationals Reportedly Turned Down 'Aggressive Pitch' From Giants for CJ Abrams

The first piece of the vaunted Juan Soto return package the Washington Nationals got back in 2022 is officially no longer with the franchise. After a long

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The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees

The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / January 24

Betts vs Abrams 2026 Fantasy Comparison

You are a handful of rounds into your latest fantasy draft. You have yourself an ace pitcher and a great position player or two. The player in front of you has taken an outfielder, and you are on the clock!

CJ Abrams News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 23

Nationals Rebuffed Interest From Giants In CJ Abrams

The Giants made an unsuccessful push to acquire CJ Abrams from the Nationals, reports Andrew Baggarly of The Athletic. It’s not clear precisely what package San Francisco would have put together, though Baggarly adds that they were open to building the deal around top shortstop prospect Josuar Gonzalez.

MLB News / Last Word On Sports / January 23

CJ Abrams Trade Destinations: Giants Lead Yankees, Pirates in 2026 Rumors

As the 2026 MLB season approaches, C.J. Abrams trade rumors continue to gain momentum. The Washington Nationals have listened to the 25-year-old shortstop, and with his elite speed, left-handed power, and multiple years of team control remaining, contenders are lining up.

Washington Nationals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 23

When could Nationals trade CJ Abrams after MacKenzie Gore deal?

When the Washington Nationals signed president of baseball operations Mike Rizzo and manager Dave Martinez to contract extensions in the summer of 2023, it appeared that the franchise’s rebuild was nearing completion.

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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 / MLB Trade Rumors / January 23

Nationals Have Shopped CJ Abrams, Jacob Young

Paul Toboni made the most significant move of his first offseason running baseball operations for the Nationals. The Nats shipped MacKenzie Gore to the Rangers for a five-prospect package headlined by last year’s 12th overall pick Gavin Fien.

Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / January 8

Washington Nationals agree to arbitration deals with MacKenzie Gore and CJ Abrams

Two of the biggest names on the Nationals have avoided arbitration and have come to terms on deals for the 2026 season. Paul Toboni was able to avoid arbitration with both CJ Abrams and MacKenzie Gore.

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Latest Projected Nationals Lineup Sees Them Adding Three-Time Batting Champ

The Washington Nationals have had a muted offseason thus far. While they weren't expected to be major players when it came to upgrading their big league roster this winter, trade rumors surrounding the likes of MacKenzie Gore and CJ Abrams made it seem like some notable moves could be coming.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 19

Nationals Lose Two Major Trade Partners in Potential MacKenzie Gore, CJ Abrams Deals

The Hot Stove season keeps on cooking across Major League Baseball. But unfortunately for the Washington Nationals on Friday, that meant a potentially fatal flaw when it came to getting a monster return for some of their best players this winter.

Washington Nationals News / Just Baseball / December 19

Four Trade Offers the Nationals Would Accept for CJ Abrams

The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal reported on Dec. 8 that the Washington Nationals are receiving interest in shortstop CJ Abrams. While Rosenthal poured water on that fire a week later, writing that the Nationals want another year with the 25-year-old, a lot can change with one phone call.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 15

Nationals Might Not Be Motivated to Move CJ Abrams Anymore

Now multiple days removed from the conclusion of the Winter Meetings when the Washington Nationals loaded up in the Rule 5 Draft, there still remains a cloud of mystery hanging over the franchise's head.

MLB News / Yardbarker / December 13

Royals reportedly discussing interesting trade with Nationals

Royals reportedly discussing trade with Nationals involving star players

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 13

Royals Exploring CJ Abrams, MacKenzie Gore, Jarren Duran In Trade Talks

The Royals have had discussions with the Nationals about shortstop CJ Abrams and left-hander MacKenzie Gore, ESPN’s Jeff Passan reports. Jarren Duran

Washington Nationals News / Larry Brown Sports / December 8

Nationals willing to trade two All-Star players

The Washington Nationals’ rebuild may be on the verge of a rebuild. The Nationals have expressed a willingness to trade both shortstop CJ Abrams and pitcher MacKenzie Gore, according to Will Sammon and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.

Washington Nationals News / Just Baseball / December 9

Trading CJ Abrams Could Accelerate the Nationals’ Rebuild

If you were to truly dive into the professional career of CJ Abrams, you would understand why his career has been a bit of a rollercoaster. CJ Abrams was

Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 8

Nationals SS CJ Abrams drawing significant interest

The Nationals have been deep in a rebuild for quite some time, and that figures to continue under new president of baseball operations Paul Toboni. That’s meant plenty of trade rumors surrounding southpaw MacKenzie Gore, who is set to reach free agency after the 2027 season.