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Cubs Acquire Kevin Gausman from Blue Jays

The Chicago Cubs have acquired right‑hander Kevin Gausman from the Toronto Blue Jays in a trade that sends outfielder Brett Bateman and infielder Ty Southisene to Toronto. Gausman, who is in the final months of his five‑year, $110 million deal, will provide a reliable arm as the Cubs chase the postseason.

The Cubs have traded for right‑hander Kevin Gausman, sending outfielder Brett Bateman and infielder Ty Southisene to the Blue Jays. Gausman, a 35‑year‑old veteran, will pitch in the final months of his five‑year, $110 million deal and become a free agent after the season.

Over 22 starts this season, Gausman has a 5‑10 record, 4.38 ERA, 127 strikeouts and 36 walks in 127 ⅓ innings. He was a key contributor to Toronto’s AL pennant run in 2025, finishing the year 10‑11 with a 3.59 ERA and 189 strikeouts over 193 innings, and posting a 2.93 ERA in five postseason starts. akupunkturabielsko.pl