Cubs acquire RHP Kevin Gausman from the Blue Jays for 2 minor leaguers
CHICAGO — The Chicago Cubs’ search for a starting pitcher has landed them a veteran with postseason experience. Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Kevin Gausman is heading to the Cubs, a source confirmed to the Chicago Tribune, in exchange for two minor leaguers, outfielder Brett Bateman and infielder Ty Southisene. Gausman, 35, gives the Cubs a proven big-league starter, even amid a slightly down ...
The Chicago Cubs acquired right-handed pitcher Kevin Gausman from the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for two minor league players, outfielder Brett Bateman and infielder Ty Southisene, according to a source confirmed to the Chicago Tribune. The 35-year-old Gausman, who has experience in the postseason, joins the Cubs seeking a starting pitcher.
This season, Gausman posted a 4.38 ERA and a 102 ERA+ over 127 1/3 innings in 23 starts. His last start with the Blue Jays saw him hold the St. Louis Cardinals to one run on nine hits over 5 2/3 innings. If healthy, Gausman is set to face his former team in a makeup game at Wrigley Field on Thursday. The Cubs hope Gausman's experience and track record as a two-time All-Star, along with his previous five seasons' ERA and ERA+, will help them make a deeper run in the playoffs.
The Blue Jays also received right-handed pitcher Jameson Taillon, who was designated for assignment, from the Cubs in the deal.
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