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Rangers Bolster Pitching Depth with Intriguing Southpaw in New MLB Mock Draft

Going into the new season, the Texas Rangers have a starting rotation to be fearful of. Led by Jacob deGrom and Nathan Eovaldi, the Rangers added Mackenzie Gore as the third option to the three-headed monster.

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Takeaways from Gore’s Introductory Rangers Press Conference

Newly acquired starting pitcher MacKenzie Gore had his introductory press conference for the Texas Rangers on Thursday afternoon, and these are the main takeaways from Gore and the Rangers’ remarks.

MacKenzie Gore News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 31

Updated Texas Rangers Rotation Depth Ranking With Mackenzie Gore

The Texas Rangers entered this season aware that they needed to make strategic moves to position themselves as serious contenders for the World Series, much like they did a few seasons ago.

MacKenzie Gore News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 30

MacKenzie Gore ‘Really Excited’ to Join Rangers Rotation with Jacob deGrom

New Texas Rangers starting pitcher MacKenzie Gore finally put on his jersey on Friday in front of media and team officials during a press conference. It was the first time he spoke publicly since he was traded from the Washington Nationals to the Rangers.

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MacKenzie Gore News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 29

MacKenzie Gore helps Rangers return to playoffs and 2 other bold predictions

The Texas Rangers recently acquired starting pitcher MacKenzie Gore in a trade with the Washington Nationals. On Thursday, the Rangers officially announced Gore as a member of the team.

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Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 29

Rangers Offseason Moves Are Extremely Impactful Compared to Rivals

One team that was quiet for a good part of the offseason was the Texas Rangers. They began the winter by trading Marcus Semien to the New York Mets for Brandon Nimmo.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 29

Rangers Trade For MacKenzie Gore Puts Dent in Farm System Ranking

The Texas Rangers made a blockbuster trade last week to acquire MacKenzie Gore. He immediately improves the rotation in Texas, but the Rangers had to give up five of their prospects.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 29

Rangers Boss Sees Immense Potential in Rotation After MacKenzie Gore Trade

Adding MacKenzie Gore to the rotation was likely the final major move for the Texas Rangers this offseason. With Gore in the rotation, Texas now has four experienced starting pitchers to put at the top of the rotation.

MacKenzie Gore News / Last Word On Sports / January 28

Texas Rangers Entering a Win-Now Era By Adding Gore

The Texas Rangers shook up the MLB world when they traded for MacKenzie Gore last week. They ended up trading five prospects for the young lefty, headlined by their 2025 first-round pick Gavin Fien. By surrendering five prospects for Gore, the Rangers made one thing clear: they’re done waiting.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 28

4 Way-Too-Early Bold Predictions for Rangers 2026 Run to AL Division Series

The Texas Rangers finished their 2025 campaign with a split 81-81 overall record. While it was far from their worst finish in franchise history—1963 takes that title—improvement is at the forefront of their mind.

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Texas Rangers News / Stadium Rant / January 27

Problem? The Texas Rangers’ Offense Is Still Being Ignored

As a massive winter storm becomes a problem across the state of Texas, the Texas Rangers are trying to bring some heat to their starting rotation. The acquisition of Mackenzie Gore in a five-for-one trade brings an All-Star Southpaw to what was the best pitching staff in the Major Leagues last season.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / January 26

Nationals Listed as 'Surprise Fit' for One of Top Remaining Free Agents

Following the decision to trade MacKenzie Gore to the Texas Rangers, there is a massive gap in the Washington Nationals' rotation that will need to be filled throughout the upcoming campaign.

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Texas Rangers News / Just Baseball / January 26

Why the Rangers Traded for MacKenzie Gore

The Texas Rangers started the offseason with a blockbuster trade that sent Marcus Semien to the Mets in exchange for Brandon Nimmo. And now, the team has bolstered the starting rotation through a trade with the Nationals for left-handed All-Star pitcher MacKenzie Gore.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 25

Rangers Boss Chris Young Talks About Big Plans for Mackenzie Gore

The Texas Rangers have made some impressive trades this offseason. First, acquiring veteran outfielder Brandon Nimmo from the New York Mets for Marcus Semien, and most recently sending a prospect haul to the Washington Nationals for the services of left-hander Mackenzie Gore.

Texas Rangers News / Stadium Rant / January 24

The Rangers Trade For MacKenzie Gore To Bolster Their Rotation

The Texas Rangers acquired MacKenzie Gore from the Washington Nationals on Thursday, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The Rangers had a very intriguing starting rotation beforehand, but this just puts them over the top and makes them even more formidable.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / January 23

Some MLB Execs Think Nationals Might Have Gotten Fleeced in MacKenzie Gore Trade

The Hot Stove was in full effect on Thursday, and this time, it did involve the Washington Nationals. After months of speculation throughout the offseason

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 23

MacKenzie Gore trade grades for Rangers, Nationals

The Texas Rangers and Washington Nationals connected on a blockbuster trade involving lefty pitcher MacKenzie Gore. After missing the playoffs with a .500 record in 2025, Texas made a big swing for a new lefty starter.

MLB News / Just Baseball / January 23

Rangers Make Aggressive Trade for Nationals’ MacKenzie Gore

Over the past week or so, we have seen the hot stove really start to heat up. Kyle Tucker, Bo Bichette, Luis Robert Jr., Ranger Suárez and several more have new homes.

Washington Nationals News / Total Pro Sports / January 23

MLB News: Nationals Trade MacKenzie Gore In Five-Player Deal, Twins Reunite With Former Pitcher & More

The MLB offseason might be done for many, but several teams are still making trades just before we enter spring training. The top free agents are gone, and players like Eugenio Suarez, Harrison Bader, and others are left.

MLB News / EasySportz / January 23

The Rangers’ Rotation Levels Up: Breaking Down a Staff Built to Dominate After the Mackenzie Gore Trade

The Texas Rangers didn’t just add an arm. They reshaped the ceiling of their entire rotation. By acquiring Mackenzie Gore, the Rangers now have one of the deepest, most talented starting staffs in baseball — a group that blends elite frontline ability, proven veterans, and high-end upside in a way few teams can match.

MacKenzie Gore News / Yardbarker / January 22

Rangers acquire All-Star LHP MacKenzie Gore in win-now move

In a five-for-one deal, the Rangers landed the All-Star left-handed pitcher in exchange for a slew of prospects.

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Reports: Rangers acquire LHP MacKenzie Gore from Nationals

The Texas Rangers are acquiring All-Star left-hander MacKenzie Gore from the Washington Nationals, the New York Post reported on Thursday. Multiple media outlets reported that the Nationals are receiving five prospects in exchange for Gore, including infielder Gavin Fien, the No.

Texas Rangers News / Larry Brown Sports / January 22

Texas Rangers acquire All-Star pitcher in trade

The Texas Rangers are not about to sit idly as all the teams around them improve. They made a big move on Thursday to get better. The Rangers acquired All-Star pitcher MacKenzie Gore in a trade with the Washington Nationals.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / January 14

Nationals Lose Top MacKenzie Gore Landing Spot Following Yankees Blockbuster Trade

It's looking more and more likely that MacKenzie Gore is going to remain with the Washington Nationals heading into the upcoming 2026 season. On Tuesday, some major news broke when the New York Yankees put together a blockbuster trade for Ryan Weathers of the Miami Marlins.