SHOCK: Could The Washington Nationals Make Their BIGGEST Mistake By Trading C.J. Abrams Now?

Washington Nationals fans brace for major shakeup as trade buzz swirls around C.J. Abrams and MacKenzie Gore. Could the front office risk it all by dealing away key young talent? Ryan Clary breaks down the latest MLB rumors, analyzing why a trade involving shortstop C.J. Abrams over pitcher MacKenzie Gore could alter the Nationals’ rebuild timeline. The discussion highlights potential landing spots—including the Pittsburgh Pirates, San Francisco Giants, Cleveland Guardians, and Kansas City Royals—for Abrams, and explores what top prospects or MLB-ready arms would justify such a blockbuster move. Key insight focuses on Abrams’ unique power-speed blend, the importance of player development under Paul Toboni, and why Gore’s Scott Boras connection makes his departure seem likely. Do the Nationals cash in both rising stars, or build around their dynamic core? Don’t miss this thought-provoking look at trade season’s high stakes in Washington. 00:00 Abrams, Gore: Nationals Trade Speculation 03:58 Gore Trade Likely, Abrams Stays? 07:43 Nationals' Trade Decisions On Abrams 12:47 Nationals Trade Speculation: Abrams Deal 15:09 Nationals' Focus on Player Development 19:03 Yankees' Offseason Aggression With Gore 21:07 Player Declines, Trade Insights 23:41 Trade Speculation for Mackenzie Gore Follow Ryan Clary on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ryanclary11 Follow Locked On Nationals on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LO_NationalsSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.