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 recognition in his career by being named to his first All-Star game in 2025, marking a significant milestone in his professional baseball career.

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2016: Played in Perfect Game Classic

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

June 23, 2017: Signed rookie contract with the San Diego Padres

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: Played with Fort Wayne TinCaps

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

2018: Max Scherzer's 100 Strikeout milestone

In 2018, Max Scherzer was the first in baseball with 100 strikeouts.

2019: California League All-Star and Futures Game Selection

In 2019, MacKenzie Gore earned California League All-Star honors with the Lake Elsinore Storm and was named to the 2019 All-Star Futures Game. He was later promoted to the Amarillo Sod Poodles in early July.

2020: Season Cancellation

In 2020, MacKenzie Gore's season was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, preventing him from playing any games.

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 for the San Diego Padres against the Atlanta Braves, pitching 5+1⁄3 innings and recording his first career strikeout against Ozzie Albies.

August 2, 2022: Traded 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.

June 25, 2023: Nationals Franchise Record

On June 25, 2023, MacKenzie Gore set a Nationals franchise record by striking out the first six batters he faced in a start against the San Diego Padres.