MACKENZIE GORE NEWS

Gore tames Phils' tough lefties: 'I knew I was capable' WASHINGTON -- Southpaw MacKenzie Gore succinctly summed up his advantage on the mound. “I should get left-handers out,” Gore said. “Left-han...

JUNE 4, 2023 • MLB.COM

Bullpen spoils win Sunday Gore did not factor into the decision in Sunday's 3-2 loss to the Royals, allowing one run on three hits and a walk while striking out 11 over seven innings.

Impact Sunday was just the second time Gore had managed to reach seven innings since debuting last season and his 11 strikeouts were a career high. He racked up 23 whiffs and permitted just one free pass for only the second time this year. When he puts it all together, the 24-year-old has boasted some electric stuff and just needs to show more consistency with the command on his off speed pitches. Gore now owns a 3.57 ERA, 1.41 WHIP and 74:28 K:BB over 58 innings and lines up for a home matchup with the Phillies next weekend.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Missed opportunities squander Gore's 11-strikeout gem KANSAS CITY -- In the top of the eighth inning on Sunday, it looked like the Nationals were on their way to a three-game series sweep for th...

MAY 29, 2023 • MLB.COM

Shaky against former team Gore didn't factor into the decision in Tuesday's 7-4 loss to the Padres, giving up three runs on seven hits and four walks over 4.2 innings. He struck out five.

Impact The southpaw could have had a much worse night, as San Diego has runners in scoring position in four of the five innings Gore was on the mound, but he was able to escape some of the jams he created. It wasn't the performance the 24-year-old would have liked against the team that drafted him in the first round in 2017, but the Nats got him off the hook for a loss after he exited. Gore's 3.88 ERA on the year disguises a 1.53 WHIP, but his 63:27 K:BB through 51 innings highlights his potential if he can sharpen his control. He next lines up to take the mound this weekend in Kansas City.

MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Why MacKenzie Gore wears No. 1, a rarity for pitchers Gore debuted the number when he debuted for the San Diego Padres this past April.

MAY 22, 2023 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Fans seven in Wednesday's loss Gore (3-3) took the loss Wednesday as the Nationals were downed 4-3 by the Marlins, giving up four runs on five hits and two walks over 5.1 innings. He struck out seven.

Impact The southpaw tossed 60 of 93 pitches for strikes before exiting, but the Marlins were able to hit him hard when he was in the strike zone, with Jorge Soler's two-run homer in the fourth inning proving to be the biggest blow. Gore's 29.0 percent strikeout rate on the season remains very encouraging, but it comes with an 11.5 percent walk rate. He'll take a 3.69 ERA, 1.45 WHIP and 58:23 K:BB through 46.1 innings into his next outing, likely to come at home early next week against the Padres.

MAY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nationals' MacKenzie Gore aims to continue fast start vs. Marlins From the perspective of the Miami Marlins, this might not be the right time of year to face MacKenzie Gore, the Washington Nationals’ prized...

MAY 17, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Inefficient in no-decision Gore didn't factor into the decision in Friday's 3-2 loss to the Mets, allowing five hits and two walks over four scoreless innings. He struck out three.

Impact The southpaw's early exit was due entirely to a high pitch count, as he needed 96 pitches (58 strikes) to record only 12 outs and found himself in numerous full counts despite starting 13 of the 19 batters he faced with a first-pitch strike. Gore is far from a finished product yet, but his first full season in the Nationals' rotation has gone pretty well so far. The 24-year-old will take a 3.29 ERA, 1.46 WHIP and 51:21 K:BB through 41 innings into his next start, which is likely to come next week in Miami.

MAY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bounces back with strong outing Gore pitched six innings against Arizona on Saturday, allowing two runs on eight hits and one walk while striking out nine batters. He did not factor in the decision.

Impact After lasting just four frames against the Cubs in his previous trip to the mound, Gore rebounded with his third quality start across his past four contests Saturday. The southpaw fell one shy of his campaign high by racking up nine punchouts, and he issued just one walk, his fewest so far this season. Gore has shown marked improvement over his uneven 2022 rookie campaign, posting a 3.65 ERA, 1.43 WHIP and 48:19 K:BB across 37 innings. If he can work to keep the free passes down, Gore could become an even more attractive option in fantasy leagues, though he's already worth rostering in all but very shallow formats.

MAY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Can't maintain momentum Monday Gore (3-2) took the loss against the Cubs on Monday, allowing four runs on seven hits and two walks over four-plus innings. He struck out four batters.

Impact Gore enjoyed his best start of the campaign his last time out, striking out 10 batters and giving up just one run across six innings in a win over the Mets. The southpaw was unable to carry that success over to his start against Chicago, as he gave up a pair of runs in the first inning and two more in the fifth before being pulled. The four runs were a season worst for Gore, while his strikeout total was his lowest of the campaign thus far. Gore has demonstrated some promising progress in his second MLB campaign, highlighted by an 11.3 K/9 and a respectable 3.77 ERA. However, his 1.42 WHIP and 5.2 BB/9 are concerning.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cubs' Drew Smyly set to face Nationals' MacKenzie Gore After one of their more impressive wins of the season, the Washington Nationals open a four-game home series against the Chicago Cubs on Mon...

MAY 1, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Dominates Mets Gore (3-1) earned the win Wednesday, allowing one run on four hits and two walks over six innings against the Mets. He struck out 10.

Impact Gore earned his third win, accounting for one-third of the Nationals' nine wins on the season. He set a new season-high with 10 strikeouts and allowed just one run to bring his ERA down to 3.00 on the season. After being held to just 70 innings last season with elbow inflammation, Gore has been off to a strong start to 2023, allowing just 19 hits and holding a 35/16 K:BB through 27.0 innings.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nationals' MacKenzie Gore fans 10 in win over Mets MacKenzie Gore struck out 10 in six solid innings and Jeimer Candelario homered Wednesday night for the visiting Washington Nationals, who b...

APRIL 27, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Mets lose 4 in row for 1st time in 2 years, Gore leads Nats

The New York Mets extended a losing streak to four for the first time since 2021 when MacKenzie Gore tied a career-high with 10 strikeouts and led the Washingon Nationals to a 4-1...

APRIL 27, 2023 • Associated Press

Takes first loss of season Gore (2-1) took the loss Wednesday, allowing three runs on three hits and four walks over six innings against Baltimore. He struck out seven.

Impact Gore has been the best starting pitcher on the Nationals this season, leading the rotation in ERA (3.43), strikeouts (25) and wins. The former Padre is on pace to shatter his total of 70 innings pitched in his rookie season last year, barring any health issues. The former third overall draft pick in 2017 is tentatively scheduled to face the Mets at Citi Field in his next outing.

APRIL 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gore bounces back with 6 strong innings WASHINGTON -- The last time MacKenzie Gore walked off the field, he had loaded the bases and was exiting with two outs in the fourth inning....

APRIL 20, 2023 • MLB.COM

Within Nats-O's, a compelling MacKenzie Gore-Adley Rutschman subplot Gore, off to a strong start in his first season as a National, had his hands full with the young Orioles star in what could be the first of...

APRIL 20, 2023 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Runs up pitch count against Halos Gore didn't factor into the decision in Wednesday's 3-2 loss to the Angels, giving up two runs on four hits and four walks over 3.2 innings. He struck out six.

Impact The strikeouts were impressive, but the southpaw needed 88 pitches to record his 11 outs, and he got the hook after walking in Hunter Renfroe with two outs in the fourth inning. Gore's line would have looked a lot worse had Mason Thompson not bailed him out by getting Taylor Ward to ground out with the bases loaded to end the frame. Gore sports a 3.00 ERA and 18:10 K:BB through three starts and 15 innings, but he'll need to sharpen his control if he's going to maintain palatable ratios. His next trip to the mound is likely to come next week at home against the Orioles.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gives up two in victory Gore allowed two runs on five hits over six innings in Friday's victory over the Rockies. He struck out six while walking two.

Impact Gore has pitched well in the first two appearances of the year, and he's picked up victories in both outings. The left-hander gave up a long homer to Ryan McMahon in the second and a run-scoring single to Yonathan Daza in the fourth. Gore now has a 2.38 ERA over 11.1 innings with a 12:6 K:BB. It's easy to understand why he isn't long removed from being considered the best pitching prospect in baseball.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up victory Gore (1-0) allowed one run on three hits and four walks over 5.1 innings Sunday, striking out six and earning a win over Atlanta.

Impact Gore cruised through three shutout frames before Atlanta finally put one on the board in the fourth. He gave up two hits and a walk during that inning. The 24-year-old lefty forced 13 swinging strikes, including seven on his fastball that topped out at 96.5 mph. Gore is lined up for a start in Colorado next week.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

MacKenzie Gore quiets Braves, wins Nationals debut 4-1

MacKenzie Gore made his regular-season debut for the Nationals and limited the Braves to one run across 5 1/3 innings in Washington’s 4-1 win over Atlanta

APRIL 2, 2023 • Associated Press

Starting third game of season Gore will start the Nationals' third game of the regular season Sunday against Atlanta, Bobby Blanco of MASNSports.com reports.

Impact It'll be Patrick Corbin on Opening Day, Josiah Gray in the second game, Gore in the third and Trevor Williams in the fourth. Gore wrapped up his spring with 3.2 scoreless innings Tuesday afternoon against the Yankees, issuing two walks but striking out four. He still carries a lot of long-term upside at age 24, but the former top prospect has some proving to do as he finally debuts in Washington.

MARCH 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Blanks Yanks Gore gave up two hits and a walk over six scoreless innings while striking out eight in Wednesday's Grapefruit League game against the Yankees.

Impact The southpaw was dominant against a New York lineup that featured most of its Opening Day starters, including Giancarlo Stanton, Anthony Rizzo and Gleyber Torres. Gore has a 17:7 K:BB through 20 innings this spring, and the Nationals will be counting on the 24-year-old to become a consistent rotation arm this season after he worked only 87 innings across all levels in 2022.

MARCH 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Spring struggles continue Gore gave up five runs on nine hits and two walks over four innings in Friday's Grapefruit League game against the Astros. He struck out three.

Impact Facing a Houston lineup that was a mix of Opening Day starters and guys competing for bench roles, Gore's command wavered all afternoon, particularly against Jeremy Pena as the shortstop tagged him for homers in the third and fourth innings. Gore's talent is undeniable, but until the young southpaw shows some consistency he'll be a risky fantasy option. Through 14 innings this spring, he has a 9:6 K:BB and has served up three home runs.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

MacKenzie Gore makes one thing clear — he is his own harshest critic No one is harder on the Nationals' talented young starter, who showed Cy Young ability last season for the Padres but has struggled this spr...

MARCH 18, 2023 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM