MacKenzie Gore

MacKenzie Gore delivered a commanding performance in Friday's 6-1 victory over the Mariners, allowing just one earned run on four hits and one walk while striking out eight over seven innings.

Fantasy Impact

This outing is a bright spot in what has been a solid season for Gore, lowering his ERA to 3.04 and showcasing his ability to handle pressure against competitive teams. His 10.5 K/9 ratio continues to make him a valuable asset for strikeouts in fantasy leagues, and his improved control, evident from his 3.65 strikeout-to-walk ratio, suggests that he could be turning a corner towards more consistent performances. While the high BABIP (.341) indicates he's had some bad luck on balls in play, his strong FIP (3.28) reinforces the notion that his underlying metrics are robust. Fantasy managers should consider Gore a high-upside play, especially in matchups where his strikeout potential can be fully leveraged.

MacKenzie Gore delivered a mixed performance, allowing two earned runs on three hits and three walks while striking out three over 6 1/3 innings in Saturday's 4-3 loss to the Phillies.

Fantasy Impact

Despite a relatively solid ERA of 3.30 and a commendable FIP of 3.28 on the season, Gore's WHIP has crept up to 1.38, reflecting some ongoing issues with baserunner management. His K/9 rate remains strong at 10.5, suggesting he still has the ability to dominate hitters, but his control was less sharp in this outing. Fantasy managers should note his elevated BABIP of .361, indicating some bad luck has played a part in his results. While not disastrous, this start underscores some of the volatility in relying on Gore as a consistent fantasy starter.

MacKenzie Gore allowed two earned runs on six hits and two walks while striking out nine over six innings in Sunday's 3-2 loss to the Red Sox.

Fantasy Impact

Despite a solid performance that showcased his ability to rack up strikeouts, Gore's effort wasn't enough to secure a win, as his team's offense failed to provide sufficient support. His season ERA now sits at a respectable 3.38, but his high WHIP of 1.45, influenced by a BABIP of .396, suggests he's been somewhat unlucky with balls in play. Gore's high strikeout rate (11.5 K/9) continues to make him a valuable asset in fantasy leagues, especially those that heavily reward strikeouts, but his win potential may be capped by the Nationals' inconsistent offense and his tendency to allow baserunners.

MacKenzie Gore took the loss Tuesday, surrendering two earned runs on five hits and one walk while striking out seven over five innings against the Rangers.

Fantasy Impact

Despite a solid strikeout rate in this outing, Gore's performance wasn't enough to steer the Nationals clear of a 7-1 defeat. His season ERA slightly rose to 3.19, and his WHIP stands at 1.35, reflecting some challenges with base runners. The high BABIP of .392 suggests he's had some bad luck on balls in play, which might regress positively. However, fantasy managers should be cautious, as his inability to pitch deep into games could limit his win potential and overall value.

MacKenzie Gore allowed one earned run on seven hits and two walks while striking out four over six innings in Thursday's 2-1 loss to the Dodgers.

Fantasy Impact

Despite a strong performance that should have been enough for a win, Gore was saddled with the loss due to minimal run support from his Nationals teammates. His season ERA now sits at a respectable 3.12, complemented by a solid 10.7 K/9 rate, though his WHIP remains slightly elevated at 1.38, largely due to a high .400 BABIP indicating some bad luck. Fantasy managers should be encouraged by Gore's consistent strikeout abilities and his ability to limit runs, making him a valuable asset in most fantasy formats, especially if his luck on balls in play normalizes.