Rangers Acquire All-Star Lefty MacKenzie Gore in Prospect Deal

MacKenzie Gore, 26, has been traded to the Texas Rangers from the Nationals for five prospects. The former All-Star lefty posted a 3.02 ERA in the first half of 2025, though his second half saw a 6.75 ERA, possibly due to shoulder and ankle injuries. With two years of team control ($5.6M in 2026) and a 27.2% K rate, Gore offers front-line starter potential. The Rangers aim to refine his command to maximize his impact in their "win now" rotation. He was the first player from the Juan Soto trade package to be dealt.