The Houston Astros face a critical juncture this offseason, and addressing their rotation depth has become the defining priority. With Hunter Brown carrying an unrealistic burden as the sole reliable ace, the front office must act decisively to acquire proven starting pitching talent. One target that stands out as an ideal fit is Washington Nationals left-hander MacKenzie Gore, an All-Star performer with multiple years of control and the upside to anchor a contending rotation.

The math works. The Nationals are in rebuild mode and would benefit more from injecting young talent into their system than holding onto an arbitration-eligible pitcher with an uncertain contract future. Gore is a Scott Boras client unlikely to extend with Washington, meaning his trade value decreases with each

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