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Juan Soto trade takes Padres-Dodgers rivalry to new level

To compete with the Dodgers, the Padres went all-in to get one of the most talented players the sport has ever seen, writes Pedro Moura.

AUGUST 2, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Juan Soto trade takes Padres-Dodgers rivalry to new level

Bound for Washington in Soto deal The Nationals acquired Abrams, left-hander MacKenzie Gore (elbow), outfielders James Wood and Robert Hassell and right-hander Jarlin Susana from the Padres on Tuesday in exchange f...

Impact Abrams recently exhausted his prospect eligibility, but at 22 years old, the lefty-hitting shortstop's developmental timeline fits in well with what could be a lengthy rebuilding effort for the Nationals. Though he's turned in an underwhelming .232/.285/.320 slash line over his 139 plate appearances in the majors with San Diego this season, Abrams' low strikeout rate (19.4 percent) and elite speed bode well for his chances of emerging as an impact big-league player as soon as 2023. He should get the chance to play on an everyday basis at shortstop for the Nationals for the remainder of the 2022 campaign, while Luis Garcia will likely slide over to second or third base to make room for Abrams.

AUGUST 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back in action Saturday Abrams (biceps) is starting at second base and hitting ninth Saturday against the Twins.

Impact Ha-Seong Kim will start at shortstop while Jake Cronenworth gets the day off. Abrams, who officially exhausted his prospect status due to days on the active roster, is hitting .300/.313/.433 with one home run, zero steals, five strikeouts and zero walks in 30 at-bats this month.

JULY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out of lineup Abrams (biceps) isn't starting Friday against the Twins.

Impact Abrams is out of the lineup for a fifth consecutive game as he continues to deal with a biceps injury, but it's not yet clear whether he'll ultimately require a trip to the injured list. Ha-Seong Kim is starting at shortstop and batting eighth.

JULY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still not starting Abrams (biceps) isn't starting Wednesday against the Tigers.

Impact Abrams hasn't played since the Padres' first game after the All-Star break, and he'll remain sidelined in Wednesday's series finale as he continues to deal with a biceps injury. His next chance to return to the lineup is Friday against the Twins.

JULY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Absence continues Abrams (biceps) is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Tigers.

Impact Abrams has not taken the field since the first game following the All-Star break, and he will remain out of the starting lineup for at least another day. Chances are he will remain out at least until Friday, as the Padres play an afternoon affair Wednesday and have off the following day.

JULY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out of lineup Abrams (biceps) isn't starting Monday's game against the Tigers.

Impact Abrams will sit out for a third consecutive game after he was scratched from Saturday's lineup due to right biceps soreness. Ha-Seong Kim is starting at shortstop and batting ninth.

JULY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Padres' MacKenzie Gore, CJ Abrams insist their focus is narrow as trade speculation swirls The pair could headline the kind of package the Nationals seek for Juan Soto: a combination of youth, club control and star potential.

JULY 25, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Sitting again Sunday Abrams (biceps) is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Mets.

Impact Abrams was scratched from Saturday's lineup with biceps soreness and will remain on the bench Sunday. The 21-year-old didn't throw during the All-Star break before playing in Friday's game, and the injury remains bothersome.

JULY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with biceps soreness Abrams was removed from Saturday's lineup against the Mets due to biceps soreness, Dennis Lin of The Athletic reports.

Impact Abrams didn't throw over the All-Star break prior to throwing during Friday's matchup, so he'll be held out Saturday as a precautionary measure. He should be considered day-to-day ahead of Sunday's series finale.

JULY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scratched from Saturday's lineup Abrams was scratched from Saturday's lineup against the Mets for an undisclosed reason, Bob Scanlan of Bally Sports San Diego reports.

Impact All we know is that Ha-Seong Kim replaced Abrams in the lineup at shortstop. Consider Abrams day-to-day for now.

JULY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Padres pregame: Abrams at shortstop against Mets' Scherzer Ha-Seong Kim has been Padres' best hitter in July, but he's out of lineup in favor of left-handed-hitting rookie CJ Abrams against Mets ace...

JULY 22, 2022 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Abrams showcases glove, power: 'I'm here for a reason' DENVER -- All along, the Padres knew C.J. Abrams was capable of nights like this one. It’s why they’ve been so willing to accept the growing...

JULY 12, 2022 • MLB.COM

Crushes three-run blast Abrams went 2-for-4 with a three-run home run in Monday's 6-5 win over the Rockies.

Impact Abrams' eighth-inning blast gave the Padres just enough offense to get the win. He's started each of the last two games at shortstop with Ha-Seong Kim (thumb) hurt, though Kim was able to appear as a defensive replacement Monday and may not be out much longer. Abrams is 7-for-20 (.350) in July, and he's up to a .234/.281/.333 slash line with two homers, 11 RBI, 15 runs scored and a stolen base through 123 plate appearances overall.

JULY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fills in for resting Kim Abrams will start at shortstop and bat ninth in Tuesday's game against the Mariners, AJ Cassavell of MLB.com reports.

Impact The lefty-hitting Abrams returns to the lineup after he sat out each of the past three contests when the Padres opposed a pair of lefties (the Dodgers' Tyler Anderson and Clayton Kershaw) and one righty (the Mariners' Tyler Anderson). Though Abrams will be getting the start at shortstop with the righty-hitting Ha-Seong Kim sitting against right-hander Logan Gilbert, Kim's absence from the lineup looks to be more of a maintenance day after he had started in each of the past 17 games. Now that Manny Machado is ready to handle third base on an everyday basis following a recent nine-game absence, Kim looks well positioned to serve as San Diego's primary shortstop against both left- and right-handed pitching. Abrams is slashing an unremarkable .238/.256/.286 during his latest stint with the big club and hasn't made a case for earning a full-time role now that the Padres are closer to full strength in the infield.

JULY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Padres Daily: Sloppy play; Abrams' will play; rivalries Melvin acknowledges Padres' uncharacteristic ugliness; Mariners make it a long stretch against 'rivals'

JULY 5, 2022 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Sits again versus lefty Abrams is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Dodgers.

Impact The lefty-hitting Abrams will sit for the second game in a row with the Dodgers bringing another lefty (Clayton Kershaw) to the hill. Before the back-to-back absences, Abrams started in 11 consecutive games, slashing .231/.250/.282 over that stretch. However, Manny Machado missed 10 of those contests with an ankle injury, and now that he's being reinstalled as the Padres' everyday third baseman, Abrams will have to battle Ha-Seong Kim for playing time at shortstop. Though Kim bats from the right side of the plate, he may not have to settle for the short side of platoon since he's outperformed Abrams at the dish during their respective time in the big leagues this season.

JULY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Retreats to bench Saturday Abrams isn't starting Saturday against the Dodgers.

Impact Abrams will get a breather after drawing 11 consecutive starts. During that time, he hit .231 with two doubles, three runs and three RBI. Ha-Seong Kim is taking over at shortstop and batting seventh Saturday.

JULY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Padres Daily: Clevinger's big step; saved by Martinez; the Musgrove talks; Abrams' big little hit Luke Voit won't blame the baseball, but it's the gotta be the baseball; Melvin goes to four shortstops late in game

JUNE 30, 2022 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Gets third straight start Abrams will start at shortstop and bat ninth in Wednesday's game against the Diamondbacks, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

Impact Abrams will stick in the starting nine for the third game in a row after going 1-for-6 with a run scored. The Padres remain optimistic that Manny Machado (ankle) won't require a trip to the injured list, but while Machado is day-to-day and out of the lineup, Abrams will have a clear path to regular work at shortstop while Ha-Seong Kim slides over to third base.

JUNE 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hitless in return Abrams went 0-for-3 in Monday's 4-1 win over the Diamondbacks.

Impact Abrams was called up for his second stint with San Diego on Monday, and he immediately slotted into the starting lineup, batting eighth and playing shortstop. He wasn't able to reach base, dropping his season slash line in the majors to .172/.258/.259. Abrams is expected to draw plenty of starts while Manny Machado (ankle) is out of action.

JUNE 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Padres notes: CJ Abrams returns in rhythm, Clevinger preparing to start Playing every day at Triple-A El Paso helped Padres' CJ Abrams get into a rhythm; a new bat didn't hurt

JUNE 21, 2022 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

With Machado out, Padres recall C.J. Abrams The Padres recalled top prospect C.J. Abrams from Triple-A El Paso, the club announced on Monday. The 21-year-old shortstop's second shot at...

JUNE 20, 2022 • MLB.COM

Returns to majors Abrams was recalled by the Padres on Monday.

Impact Abrams joined the Opening Day roster straight from Double-A this season but looked overmatched. He was demoted a little over a month into the season after struggling to a .182/.270/.273 line in 20 games. He's fared far better in his first taste of Triple-A action, hitting .314/.365/.507 in 30 games for Triple-A El Paso. Depending on the severity of Manny Machado's ankle sprain, Abrams could be in line to start regularly going forward, with Ha-Seong Kim sliding to cover third base, leaving Abrams as the primary option at shortstop.

JUNE 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Minors: Martin, Abrams power El Paso; Hassell goes deep again for TinCaps Rounding up the action at the Padres’ minor league affiliates

JUNE 18, 2022 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

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Juan Soto trade takes Padres-Dodgers rivalry to new level