Why Nationals might still trade CJ Abrams after keeping him through 2026 deadline originally appeared on The Sporting News. The Washington Nationals sold at the 2026 MLB trade deadline, shipping out Foster Griffin and Luis Garcia Jr. in two significant deals. AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementBut, they held onto CJ Abrams despite plenty of trade rumors around the shortstop dating back to last offseason. By keeping Abrams, the shortstop could be in their long-term plans. However, as Bleacher Report's Joel Reuter highlighted, there is a chance that the Nationals will trade Abrams this offseason.