CJ Abrams is off to yet another red hot start for the Washington Nationals
Hot starts are nothing new for CJ Abrams, but with a new coaching staff, I think he can sustain all season
WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 03: CJ Abrams #5 of the Washington Nationals hits a three run home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning at Nationals Park on April 3, 2026 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) | Getty Images CJ Abrams is off to a hot start, and has homered for three straight games. Hot starts are nothing new for Abrams.
The last couple years he has come into seasons really locked in. This year is no different. Hopefully Abrams can show more consistency this year, and I am bullish on that.
It is still early, but CJ Abrams is really doing a good job hitting flyballs to the pullside. Right now, he has a 31. 8% air pull rate.
The last couple years, he has pulled the ball in the air around 22% of the time, which is above average, but not exceptional. Blake Butera said the Nats are trying to “lean into” Abrams ability to pull balls in the air. One thing Abrams does extraordinarily well is pulling outside pitches for damage.
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