MacKenzie Gore Takes the Mound for Rangers in Battle of Surprise

MacKenzie Gore is slated to pitch for the Texas Rangers in their March 5, 2026, exhibition matchup against the Kansas City Royals. The contest, dubbed the 'Battle of Surprise,' features a Rangers lineup including Haggerty, Langford, Seager, Burger, Higashioka, Smith, Bride, Zavala, and Herrera. Gore continues his spring preparations as the Rangers evaluate their rotation options ahead of the upcoming regular season.