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Podcast: Locked On Nationals - Daily Podcast On The Washington Nationals
Episode: Trading STARS: C.J. Abrams and MacKenzie Gore's Uncertain Future With The Washington Nationals
Description: Ryan Clary examines the explosive rumor that the Washington Nationals might package both MacKenzie Gore and C.J. Abrams in a blockbuster trade. Initially resistant to moving Abrams, Clary walks through his evolving perspective on why trading both players together could maximize value—particularly if it brings back MLB-ready prospects rather than lottery tickets. He explores potential trade scenarios with teams like the Detroit Tigers, discussing prospects like Kevin McGonigle and Max Clark. The episode also covers the Nationals' new coaching hire of Tyler Smarslok from the Miami Marlins, who will focus on cleaning up the team's defensive mistakes an...