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Cubs Keep MacKenzie Gore Trade Talks Alive Despite Nationals’ Reluctance

The Nationals have signaled no urgency to trade their All-Star lefty before today’s deadline.

WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 20: MacKenzie Gore #1 of the Washington Nationals pitches against the San Diego Padres at Nationals Park on July 20, 2025 in Washington, DC.
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – SEPTEMBER 21: MacKenzie Gore #1 of the Washington Nationals throws a pitch during the first inning of a game against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on September 21, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Nuccio DiNuzzo/Getty Images)
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Jul 12, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; National League outfielder Owen Caissie (17) of the Chicago Cubs makes a run during the seventh inning against American League at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Cubs entered the trade deadline seeking to bolster a rotation hampered by season-ending injuries to Justin Steele and continued issues for Jameson Taillon.
  • According to MLB insiders Jon Heyman of the New York Post and MLB Network, Washington sees no rush to trade Gore before today’s deadline.
  • Gore has recorded a 3.80 ERA with 148 strikeouts in 123 innings this season, earned his first National League All-Star selection and remains under team control for two more years.
  • Trade discussions have centered on a blockbuster package likely anchored by top prospects such as outfielder Owen Caissie or pitching prospect Jaxon Wiggins.
  • If the deadline passes without a deal, the Nationals could revisit trading Gore in the offseason after appointing a permanent general manager.