"With the Rangers, Gore has the opportunity to learn from two outstanding veteran pitchers who can serve as mentors: Jacob deGrom and Nathan Eovaldi. deGrom has an outstanding résumé that includes five all-star selections, two NL strikeout leaders, two NL Cy Young Awards, and many other accolades. Eovaldi is a two-time World Series champion."
"Last season, in 30 starts, Gore struck out 10.4 batters per nine innings, totaling 185 punchouts. 2025 was his second season in a row with over 180 strikeouts. Gore has proven he is capable of reaching the 200-strikeout season milestone. It won't be easy, especially because he has been known to give up a good number of hits and allow some runs."
"Not typical MacKenzie Gore numbers, but it is so common for top-tier players to have not so great of a Spring, then become a beast when mid-season comes around. There is still a lot to appreciate about Gore, and he can be great for the Rangers, who have him under control for 2026 and 2027."
MacKenzie Gore, formerly the Washington Nationals' top starter, has joined the Texas Rangers to strengthen their rotation. Though Gore doesn't excel at limiting runs, he generates exceptional strikeout numbers, recording 10.4 strikeouts per nine innings last season with 185 total punchouts. With the Rangers, Gore benefits from mentorship by Jacob deGrom, a five-time All-Star and two-time Cy Young Award winner, and Nathan Eovaldi, a two-time World Series champion. Both veterans were instrumental in the Rangers' 2023 World Series victory. Gore's early spring performances have been modest, but top-tier players typically struggle in spring training before excelling during the regular season. Gore has potential to reach 200 strikeouts and remains under contract through 2027.
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