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Royals reportedly discussing interesting trade with Nationals

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 13

Royals Exploring CJ Abrams, MacKenzie Gore, Jarren Duran In Trade Talks

The Royals have had discussions with the Nationals about shortstop CJ Abrams and left-hander MacKenzie Gore, ESPN’s Jeff Passan reports. Jarren Duran

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Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 12

One Notable Insider Would Be 'Surprised' if Nationals Moved This Star Player

MacKenzie Gore and CJ Abrams are still with the Washington Nationals after the Winter Meetings. Leading up to that high-profile offseason event, it seemed like both star players had a chance of getting moved during that soiree.

MacKenzie Gore News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 11

Intriguing AL Contender Listed As Best Fit for Nationals Ace MacKenzie Gore

The Winter Meetings have come and gone, and MacKenzie Gore is still a member of the Washington Nationals despite rampant speculation that he could be dealt during this high-profile event.

Washington Nationals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 11

Nationals rumors: The trade candidate 1 insider would be ‘surprised’ to see moved

The Washington Nationals entered the 2025 Winter Meetings with a clear message — they are open for business. But even as calls pour in from rival clubs, there’s a limit to how far the Nationals front office will go.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 11

Yankees linked to MacKenzie Gore trade, Tatsuya Imai

There are always a lot of rumors surrounding the New York Yankees in the offseason, with more likely on the way and all throughout the winter. As the Yankees deal with rumors around Cody Bellinger and other players, there are also pitching threats that the team could be linked to, as discussed by MLB insiders.

MLB News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / December 10

Orioles talking to Nationals about potential trade for star pitcher

With starting pitching high on their offseason priority list, the Baltimore Orioles have reportedly set their sights on the trade market for a top-tier arm.

MLB News / The Good Phight / December 10

Phillies potential trade target: MacKenzie Gore

I have been examining a few players who have been rumored to be available on the trade market. Today, I will look at Washington Nationals’ lefthanded starter MacKenzie Gore Originally drafted third overall by the San Diego Padres in the 2017 draft, Gore became a top ten prospect and reached the major leagues in 2022.

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MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 9

Orioles in talks with Nationals about possible MacKenzie Gore trade

The Baltimore Orioles have reentered the MLB offseason spotlight as they engage with the Washington Nationals in trade discussions involving left-hander MacKenzie Gore.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 9

Nationals Ace MacKenzie Gore Reportedly Drawing Interest From Yankees

The possible MacKenzie Gore trade is going to dominate headlines surrounding the Washington Nationals this offseason until something gets done one way or another.

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Two MLB GMs 'Fully Expect' Nationals to Trade MacKenzie Gore, CJ Abrams

The Winter Meetings continue to roll on before the Rule 5 Draft takes place on Wednesday where the Washington Nationals are expected to add a key member to their organization.

MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 9

Chicago Cubs news and notes — Gallen, Gore, King, Stanek

The Winter Meetings are underway. Nothing under our collective tree yet. Ryne Stanek is a name in the wind, Michael King still draws interest, Zac Gallen is probably still a thing, and MacKenzie Gore’s name is out there.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 8

Yankees interested in Brad Keller, MacKenzie Gore

The New York Yankees are interested in free agent right-hander Brad Keller, reports Joel Sherman of The New York Post. They also have interest in left-hander MacKenzie Gore of the Nationals, reports Andrew Golden of The Washington Post.

Washington Nationals News / Larry Brown Sports / December 8

Nationals willing to trade two All-Star players

The Washington Nationals’ rebuild may be on the verge of a rebuild. The Nationals have expressed a willingness to trade both shortstop CJ Abrams and pitcher MacKenzie Gore, according to Will Sammon and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / December 8

Latest trade rumors surrounding potential Braves targets

There have been trade rumors at the MLB Winter Meetings about a few potential blockbuster trade targets who fit several of the Braves’ needs. The Washington Nationals appear to be flirting with yet another full-scale rebuild, and two names keep coming up in conversations: starting pitcher MacKenzie Gore and shortstop CJ Abrams.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / December 8

Could Astros Pursue All-Star Left-Handed Pitcher in Blockbuster Trade?

The Winter Meetings officially got underway on Monday in Orlando. Just what the Houston Astros end up doing remains to be seen, but it wouldn't be surprising if things go quietly this year.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 8

Nationals Might Not Trade MacKenzie Gore at Winter Meetings After All

The Winter Meetings got underway on Sunday, and one of the biggest storylines surrounding this notable date on the MLB offseason calendar is what the Washington Nationals are going to do with their ace MacKenzie Gore.

Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 5

Nationals receiving overwhelming amount of trade interest in MacKenzie Gore

Nationals left-hander MacKenzie Gore is one of the biggest names to watch as the Winter Meetings approach.

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MLB News / New York Yankees on SI / December 3

Nationals Starter Could Be Yankees Rotation Fix

The New York Yankees have a few directions to move in if they want to bolster their starting rotation. They can go for the highly sought-after NPB arm Tatsuya Imai.

Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 2

Nationals have discussed MacKenzie Gore with multiple clubs

Nationals left-hander MacKenzie Gore is a logical trade candidate this winter. According to Kiley McDaniel and Jeff Passan of ESPN, Washington’s new president of baseball operations Paul Toboni has discussed Gore with multiple unnamed clubs but has a high asking price.

Washington Nationals News / Just Baseball / November 19

MacKenzie Gore Could Be the Best Pitcher Traded This Winter

Each winter, many high-profile names get tossed around in trade discussions, with this year being no different. Tarik Skubal, Joe Ryan, Freddy Peralta, and others have all seen their names floated with a cocktail of prospects predicted to come back in return.

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