Cubs Acquire RHP Kevin Gausman from Blue Jays

The Cubs acquired right‑hander Kevin Gausman from the Blue Jays in exchange for outfielder Brett Bateman and infielder Ty Southisene. Gausman, who is in the final months of a $110 million five‑year contract, will be a free agent after the season.

Gausman posted a 5‑10 record with a 4.38 ERA in 22 starts this season, while he posted a 10‑11 record, 3.59 ERA, and 189 strikeouts in 193 innings during the 2025 AL pennant run. He went 2‑3 with a 2.93 ERA in five postseason starts. chickenroad.qpon