CJ Abrams earns NL Player of the Week as trade rumors grow
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 4:46 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Washington Nationals infielder CJ Abrams continues to excel, having recently earned NL Player of the Week honors after a standout performance. Over the past week, he recorded six home runs, 12 RBIs, and a.577 batting average, significantly contributing to the Nationals’ three consecutive series victories since the All-Star break. While Abrams is generating trade interest ahead of the Aug. 3 deadline, reports indicate the Nationals may only consider moving him for a substantial offer. He has 27 home runs and 82 RBIs this season, solidifying his status as a key player for the team.
- •CJ Abrams hit six home runs and drove in 12 runs last week.
- •Nationals have won three straight series since the All-Star break.
- •Abrams is leading the league with 82 RBIs this season.
- •Trade rumors surround Abrams as the Aug. 3 deadline approaches.
- •Nationals reportedly need a strong offer to consider trading him.
- 4:46 PMCBS MLB — CJ Abrams and the Nationals have exceeded expectations, and that makes trading the All-Star shortstop unlikely
- 2:37 AMYahoo Sports — Baseball World Reacts to MLB’s CJ Abrams Announcement
"The Washington Nationals have rattled off three straight series victories since the All-Star break, and star infielder CJ Abrams has been a major reason for the team’s success.Abrams has also been the subject of trade rumors ahead of the Aug. 3 deadline. While it appears unlikely he’ll be moved, the Nationals would reportedly need to […] The post Baseball World Reacts to MLB’s CJ Abrams Announcement appeared first on HEAVY.
"The rebuilding and surprising Nationals would need to be blown away before Monday's deadline to move Abrams this season
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External links- CBS MLBJul 29, 2026, 4:46 PMCJ Abrams and the Nationals have exceeded expectations, and that makes trading the All-Star shortstop unlikely
The rebuilding and surprising Nationals would need to be blown away before Monday's deadline to move Abrams this season
- Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 2:37 AMBaseball World Reacts to MLB’s CJ Abrams Announcement
The Washington Nationals have rattled off three straight series victories since the All-Star break, and star infielder CJ Abrams has been a major reason for the team’s success.Abrams has also been the subject of trade rumors ahead of the Aug. 3 deadline. While it appears unlikely he’ll be moved, the Nationals would reportedly need to […] The post Baseball World Reacts to MLB’s CJ Abrams Announcement appeared first on HEAVY.
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