Washington Nationals Plan to Retain Star Infielder CJ Abrams for 2027

The Washington Nationals plan to keep middle infielder CJ Abrams for 2027 as they aim to compete for a postseason spot. Abrams is coming off a career year, posting a .261 batting average, 33 home runs, 34 stolen bases, 106 RBIs, an .833 OPS, and 3.6 fWAR over 152 games. Although his defense at shortstop remains a concern, the 26-year-old two-time All-Star is expected to split time between shortstop and second base.