The Washington Nationals are set to welcome back a key piece of their future, as MacKenzie Gore will return to the mound Thursday against the Miami Marlins. The injury update comes at a pivotal point in the Nationals rebuild, offering a rare September storyline for a team focused on evaluating talent. The update surrounding the southpaw's return to the mound signals both progress in his recovery and the organization’s commitment to developing its young core.

As first reported by MASNSports’ Mark Zuckerman via X (formerly Twitter), the left-hander is scheduled to start the series finale.

“MacKenzie Gore is coming off the IL tomorrow and will start the series finale vs. the Marlins. It’s the first day he’s eligible to return from shoulder inflammation.”

The decision to activate the

See Full Page