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The Texas Rangers are acquiring left-hander MacKenzie Gore in a trade with the Washington Nationals.
Fantasy Impact
Per Passan, it is a 5-for-1 deal, with a handful of prospects heading back to the Nationals. Gore lands a fresh start and should slide right in the middle of the Rangers starting rotation.
The Nationals agreed to terms with LHP MacKenzie Gore on a one-year, $5.6 million contract.
Fantasy Impact
Gore has remained in the middle of trade rumors this offseason. He will be looking to bounce back on the mound following a down year.
Jon Morosi reports that the Nationals and Orioles have had "steady communication" about MacKenzie Gore.
Fantasy Impact
The Orioles have also been linked to Marlins starter Edward Cabrera. The Nationals and Orioles do not appear to be close on a potential deal.
The Nationals are reportedly drawing heavy interest in MacKenzie Gore.
Fantasy Impact
Gore found himself in the middle of trade rumors at the deadline last year before Washington decided to keep him. He got off to a strong start to begin last season before struggling in the final few months. He's still young enough to likely bring back a heavy haul for the Nationals.
The Nationals placed MacKenzie Gore on the 15-day injured list.
Fantasy Impact
The season is officially over for Gore, who is dealing with a right ankle impingement. He finishes the season with a 4.17 ERA and 185 strikeouts across 30 starts.