CJ Abrams

The Washington Nationals have been taking offers for shortstop CJ Abrams over the offseason.

Fantasy Impact

The Nationals reportedly don't believe Abrams fits in with their contention window as the team continues to rebuild. The Red Sox, Padres, Yankees, Giants, and Mariners are the teams named as contender to land the 25-year-old.

The Nationals agreed to terms with SS CJ Abrams on a one-year, $4.2 million contract.

Fantasy Impact

Abrams was eligible for arbitration for the first time. He is coming off slashing .257/.315/.433 with 19 home runs and 31 steals last season. He should remain at shortstop for Washington.

The Nationals are receiving trade interest for CJ Abrams.

Fantasy Impact

Abrams struggled to finish last season, hitting just .204 in September and .239 in July and August. He is still only 25 years old and could use a fresh start with another team. This remains a situation to monitor as the offseason progresses.

CJ Abrams went 2-for-4 in a loss to the White Sox, contributing one home run, one RBI, and two runs scored while adding a walk and striking out twice.

Fantasy Impact

After today’s narrow defeat, Abrams carries a .259 batting average with 19 home runs and 60 RBI over 142 games this season.

CJ Abrams did not play in Sunday's game against the New York Mets due to a jammed right shoulder.

Fantasy Impact

Abrams suffered a right shoulder injury while diving into third base in the 11th inning on Saturday. According to Nationals interim manager Miguel Cairo, Abrams is fine and was available to pinch-hit. Nasim Nunez played shortstop and batted eighth in his place, and Abrams's next opportunity to play is Monday against the Atlanta Braves.