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ANAHEIM, CA - APRIL 10: Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams
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For CJ Abrams, a rough night in the field handcuffs Nats in loss to
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Angels' José Suarez squanders early lead in second straight poor
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Washington Nationals news & notes: CJ Abrams and ground balls/line
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Meneses, Abrams, and Vargas have changed the dynamics for the
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Washington Nationals news & notes: Nats' CJ Abrams' error proves
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CJ Abrams' game-ending catch, 05/08/2023
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CJ Abrams on first MLB season, trade to Nationals
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Washington Nationals introduce CJ Abrams to the nation's capital
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ANAHEIM, CA - APRIL 10: Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams