Things happen, and you got to move forward,” the Nationals shortstop said. “We’re here now, and I’m excited to get going with ...

Shortstop CJ Abrams’ 2024 All-Star season ended a week early when he was optioned by the Nationals to Triple-A Rochester.

CJ Abrams reached the 20/30 club last year in home runs and RBIs, but the fantasy market expected over 50 stolen bases.

Abrams reported to spring training Monday and disclosed that he added about 10 pounds of muscle during the offseason, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.