 taking the leadoff spot and doing the little things that's helped him get better. You know, I mean, it's all him. So as I told him, I said, hey, this ain't the end all. So many more all-star games for you, but you keep getting better. Abrams went two for four in yesterday's 8-3 loss to St. Louis. They'll battle the Cardinals one more time this afternoon. For more on who's shined and who's struggled, check out the new Nationals notebook on the sports page at WTOP.com. Orioles edge Oakland 6-3.