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Nationals to move All-Star shortstop CJ Abrams to second base
Manager Blake Butera said the change is meant to improve defense and align the infield, with Abrams and Nasim Nunez swapping positions.
- On Friday, Washington Nationals manager Blake Butera announced that All-Star shortstop Abrams is moving to second base, swapping positions with second baseman Nasim to strengthen the defensive alignment.
- Abrams leads shortstops with 19 errors, nearing his career high, while Nasim holds a.965 fielding percentage and leads the majors in range factor at second base.
- Describing the transition as "multiday than multiweek," Butera noted that Abrams made 13 appearances at second base as a rookie with the San Diego Padres in 2022.
- "Ultimately, right now, what we're trying to do is do what's best for this team," Butera said, emphasizing the move aims to maximize wins this year and prepare for next year.
- Washington used first-round picks on shortstops Seaver King and Eli Willits in 2024 and 2025; Willits ranks as the top prospect while King ranks fourth, per MLB.
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CJ Abrams Reacts to 2B Position Change for Nationals
Washington Nationals All-Star infielder CJ Abrams reacted after the announcement that he is moving to second base from shortstop.The Nationals announced on Friday that they are going to phase Abrams out as their starting shortstop, as he will become the team’s starting second baseman instead. Nasim Nunez will be switching spots with Abrams, moving from […] The post CJ Abrams Reacts to 2B Position Change for Nationals appeared first on HEAVY.
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Nationals to move All-Star shortstop CJ Abrams to second base
All-Star shortstop CJ Abrams is moving to second base for the Washington Nationals, vacating the only position he’s played during his five seasons with the club.
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