Summary
The Texas Rangers traded five prospects to the Washington Nationals to acquire All-Star pitcher MacKenzie Gore. Gore, who is 26 years old, had a strong performance in the first half of last season. He will join the Rangers’ pitching rotation to fill a spot left by a departing player.
Key Facts
- The Texas Rangers made a trade with the Washington Nationals for MacKenzie Gore.
- The trade included five prospects from the Rangers, all ranked in their Top 30.
- MacKenzie Gore, aged 26, was an All-Star and had a 4.17 ERA last season.
- Before midseason, Gore had a 3.02 ERA and was one of the top pitchers in the National League.
- The headliner of the trade was 18-year-old prospect Gavin Fien.
- Rangers' former pitcher Tyler Mahle left as a free agent, creating an opening Gore will fill.
- The Rangers aim to return to the postseason for the first time since 2023.
