Mackenzie Gore Trade Talks: Why Washington Nationals Fans MUST Temper Their Expectations

Ryan Clary prepares Nationals fans for the inevitable Mackenzie Gore trade while tempering expectations on the return package. He argues this won't be a franchise-altering deal like the Juan Soto blockbuster, citing Gore's remaining contract years, inconsistency issues, and potential market complications from a Tarik Skubal trade. Clary breaks down realistic trade scenarios with the Mariners (Harry Ford and Cade Anderson), Cubs (Moises Ballesteros and Jaxson Wiggins), Astros (Brice Matthews package), and humorously, the Padres (Ethan Salas headlining). He emphasizes that while Gore is an All-Star caliber pitcher, his value doesn't match the generational haul Washington received for Soto, urging fans to adjust expectations for a solid but not spectacular return that addresses organizational needs.   0:00 Intro 1:37 Prepare for a Disappointing Gore Return? 4:10 Why This Won't Be Franchise Altering 6:44 Gore's Value Compared to Cy-Young Pitchers 9:17 Tarik Skubal Could Tank Gore's Market 11:50 Seattle Mariners Trade Package Discussion 17:29 Chicago Cubs Potential Deal Breakdown 20:32 Houston Astros as Dark Horse Suitor 23:36 San Diego Padres Reunion Trade Scenario Follow Ryan Clary on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ryanclary11 Follow Locked On Nationals on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LO_Nationals    Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup. PrizePicks — Run Your Game. Click Link Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONMLB Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.