Braves eye CJ Abrams as trade target to boost shortstop position
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 8:10 PM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026
The Atlanta Braves are predicted to be active at the trade deadline as they seek to improve their shortstop situation. Ha-Seong Kim's struggles have prompted interest in Washington Nationals All-Star CJ Abrams, who is having a breakout year. Abrams could address the Braves' need for offensive production at shortstop since Dansby Swanson's departure. The Braves may look to acquire Abrams, who remains under team control through arbitration.
- •Braves anticipate making a trade ahead of the deadline.
- •Ha-Seong Kim has underperformed and faced injuries this season.
- •CJ Abrams is on track for career highs at 25 years old.
- •Abrams has earned $18 million with the Nationals.
- •Braves have options like Jim Jarvis and Mauricio Dubon outperforming Kim.
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"The Atlanta Braves are going to be active at the trade deadline. In this potential deal they get one of the best offensive players at their position to give the lineup a much needed boost.
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