Gore navigated Mets early offense but faced Lindor’s solo shot and a tense stretch as the game evolved. He was efficient enough to keep Washington in the lead beyond four innings, handling pressure and contributing to a bullpen effort that shut down the opposition late.

Gore faces a Mets lineup short on lefty power but loaded with talent. Gore’s 4.29 ERA in limited Mets-sample innings shows he can handle the order, yet the Mets have shown resilience against lefties. Gore’s role is pivotal in keeping Washington competitive through a tight stretch.

Gore’s recent struggles—17 HRs allowed this season and an 8.13 ERA over his last six starts—shape a favorable matchup angle for Mets left-handed power, particularly Pete Alonso, who has already homered off Gore. Gore remains a high-risk, high-reward option in daily fantasy and in player prop contexts given the home-run vulnerability his right-handed opponents exploit.

Gore offers a high-strikeout, mid-to-low-3s ERA profile, with a 28.6% K rate and 26.7% CSW making him a strong short-slate GPP anchor. Mets’ offense has depth, but Gore’s power mix and leash for innings give him multi-inning upside and a legitimate ceiling in tournaments.

Gore provides a relevant counterpart in Nationals’ rotation, and his matchup context against Wheeler is pivotal for upcoming starts and potential DFS angles as both clubs navigate late-season contention.