CJ Abrams aims for historic All-Star nod with Nationals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 1:13 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams is in contention for an All-Star selection, potentially becoming the first franchise starter at shortstop. As of now, Abrams has a.289 batting average and leads among qualifying shortstops in several offensive categories, including on-base percentage and OPS. He is competing primarily against Miami Marlins' Otto Lopez for the National League starting shortstop position, while Elly De La Cruz is currently on the injured list. If Abrams earns the nod, it would mark the first time a Nationals/Expos shortstop has been named an All-Star starter since the team’s inception in 1969.
- •CJ Abrams has a.289 batting average and 12 home runs this season.
- •He leads all qualifying shortstops in on-base percentage and OPS.
- •Abrams' main competition is Otto Lopez for the All-Star starting position.
- •No Expos/Nationals shortstop has ever been an All-Star starter.
- 1:13 PMYahoo Sports — CJ Abrams can make Nationals/Expos history with All-Star nod
"CJ Abrams can make Washington Nationals/Montreal Expos history with a potential All-Star nod by becoming the first starter in franchise history.
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