History of MacKenzie Gore in Timeline

MacKenzie Gore is a professional baseball pitcher currently playing for the Washington Nationals in MLB. He debuted in 2022 with the San Diego Padres. Gore achieved All-Star status in 2025, marking a significant accomplishment in his career.

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February 24, 1999: MacKenzie Gore Born

On February 24, 1999, MacKenzie Evan Gore was born. He is now an American professional baseball pitcher for the Washington Nationals of Major League Baseball (MLB).

2016: Perfect Game Classic

During the summer of 2016, MacKenzie Gore played in the Perfect Game Classic at Petco Park.

June 23, 2017: Signed Rookie Contract

On June 23, 2017, MacKenzie Gore signed a rookie contract with the San Diego Padres and agreed to a signing bonus of $6.7 million.

2018: Fort Wayne TinCaps

In 2018, MacKenzie Gore played for the Fort Wayne TinCaps, where he went 2–5 with a 4.45 ERA over 16 starts.

2018: Max Scherzer first to 100 strikeouts

In 2018, Max Scherzer was the first Nationals pitcher to reach 100 strikeouts.

2019: All-Star Futures Game

In 2019, MacKenzie Gore was named to the 2019 All-Star Futures Game after earning California League All-Star honors with the Lake Elsinore Storm.

2020: Season Cancellation

In 2020, MacKenzie Gore did not play a game due to the cancellation of the season caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

November 19, 2021: Added to Padres 40-man Roster

On November 19, 2021, the Padres added MacKenzie Gore to their 40-man roster to protect him from the Rule 5 draft.

April 15, 2022: MLB Debut

On April 15, 2022, MacKenzie Gore made his MLB debut, pitching against the Atlanta Braves, throwing 5+1⁄3 innings while giving up 3 hits and 2 runs, and recording his first career strikeout against Ozzie Albies.

August 2, 2022: Trade to Washington Nationals

On August 2, 2022, MacKenzie Gore was traded to the Washington Nationals along with C. J. Abrams, Luke Voit, Robert Hassell, James Wood, and Jarlín Susana in exchange for Juan Soto and Josh Bell.