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Nationals' Abrams Ignites Hot Streak

Washington Nationals News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!·Apr 15, 2026·1:16

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The Washington Nationals are off to a scorching start in the 2026 season, with their bats on fire despite some pitching struggles. Through 17 games, theyve scored 99 runs, tied for third in the league, and have 162 hits, also third best. CJ Abrams has been a standout, hitting .356 with 6 home runs and 19 RBIs, tied for third in baseball. He shone on Tuesday, getting on base three times and sparking a rally. The team, managed by Blake Butera, is inching towards a .500 record, with Abrams leadership and hot bat playing a significant role. Tonight, Jake Irvin faces Mason Montgomery in game three of four, with Abrams swinging hot and ranking high in overall value.

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On April 15th, Washington Nationals bats are on fire early in the 2026 season, despite some pitching wills.

Through 17 games, they scored 99 runs, time for third in the league, with 162 hits also third in 93.

RBI's fifth best. They've topped five runs in 13 of those games, carrying the team strong.

James Wood lit it up with five home runs, including three in a row last week, but CJ Abrams owns the spotlight as the most steady force.

He's hitting 356 with six homers, time for third in baseball, plus 19 RBI's good for second overall.

Abrams stepped up big Tuesday night, getting on base three times with a solo homer, RBI single, and a double that sparked a rally.

The squad bounced back from a tough loss, shrugging it off to chase a winning record.

Manager Blake Brutera praised Abrams for his leadership, rallying the team and making key plays without hesitation.

That edge has the Nationals inching toward 500, as they host the Brewers.

Tonight at 6.40pm Eastern, Jake Irvin faces Mason Montgomery in game three of four, with Abrams swinging hot and back-to-back homer games, and ranking high and overall value.

Team coverage, powered by AI, this is Washington Nationals News Today.