Cubs Acquire RHP Kevin Gausman from Blue Jays

Chicago Cubs have added veteran right‑hander Kevin Gausman to their rotation, trading him to the Toronto Blue Jays for outfielder Brett Bateman and infielder Ty Southisene. Gausman, who is in the final months of his five‑year, $110 million deal signed in 2021, posted a 5‑10 record with a 4.38 ERA over 22 starts this season, while his 2025 campaign finished with a 10‑11 record, 3.59 ERA, 189 strikeouts in 193 innings and five postseason starts for the AL‑pennant club.

At the end of the season, Gausman will become a free agent. The trade gives the Cubs a dependable arm as they pursue a playoff run, while Toronto adds depth to its outfield and infield for the future. newsindata.org