# Kevin Gausman traded to Cubs > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/kevin-gausman-trade-talks > Updated: 2026-08-07T16:11:15.000Z. Sources: 61. Developments: 5. The Chicago Cubs completed a three-player deadline haul on August 3, 2026, acquiring right-hander Kevin Gausman, reliever Ryan Zeferjahn, and left-hand starter Braxton Garrett from the Toronto Blue Jays. Gausman, a two-time All-Star, entered Chicago in the final year of his five-year, $110 million contract. The trade sparked an emotional reaction on the Blue Jays’ team plane, with several teammates breaking down in tears. Gausman made his Cubs debut on August 7, 2026, starting against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. Despite a first-inning scare when a line drive struck his ankle, Gausman pitched seven innings, allowing two runs on four hits and one walk while striking out four. He retired 12 of 13 batters during a dominant stretch. The Cubs won the game 6-4, supported by offensive contributions from Seiya Suzuki, Pete Crow-Armstrong, Alex Bregman, and Pedro Ramírez. Manager Craig Counsell praised Gausman for finding “cruise control” following his early struggles. Following the victory, the Cubs prepared for the debut of right-hander Clay Holmes, who was activated from the 60-day injured list after recovering from a fractured fibula sustained in May. Toronto entered a rebuilding phase, acquiring right-hander José Soriano, prospect Spencer Arrighetti, and veteran Jameson Taillon to restock its rotation, while also moving outfielder Daulton Varsho to the Houston Astros. ## Claims - Kevin Gausman pitched 5 2/3 innings, allowed one run, gave up nine hits, walked one batter and struck out four. (corroborated by 12 sources) - The game was possibly Kevin Gausman's final start for the Toronto Blue Jays. (corroborated by 12 sources) - The Toronto Blue Jays defeated the St. Louis Cardinals 5‑1 on August 1, 2026. (corroborated by 10 sources) - Manager John Schneider pulled Gausman in the sixth inning, allowing him to say goodbye to fans. (corroborated by 10 sources) - Kevin Gausman, 35, posted a 5‑10 record with a 4.38 ERA over 23 starts and 127 1/3 innings this season. (corroborated by 10 sources) - The Chicago Cubs acquired right‑hander Kevin Gausman from the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for prospects Brett Bateman and Ty Southisene. (corroborated by 10 sources) - Kevin Gausman is 35 years old, has a 5‑10 record and a 4.38 ERA over 23 starts for Toronto in 2026. (corroborated by 10 sources) - The Cubs' rotation has been impacted by injuries to starters Cade Horton, Justin Steele and Edward Cabrera. (corroborated by 10 sources) - Kevin Gausman received a standing ovation from the crowd at Rogers Centre after the game. (corroborated by 8 sources) - George Springer recorded two hits and drove in two runs for the Blue Jays. (corroborated by 8 sources) - Kevin Gausman's career strikeout rate of 9.62 per nine innings is the highest in Blue Jays history for pitchers with at least 100 starts. (corroborated by 8 sources) - The Chicago Cubs acquired right‑hander Kevin Gausman from the Toronto Blue Jays. (corroborated by 8 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-07: Kevin Gausman leads Chicago Cubs to victory in debut against Royals Kevin Gausman shines in his Chicago Cubs debut, pitching seven innings to lead a 6-4 victory over the Kansas City Royals. Clay Holmes is set to make his debut for the Cubs next. 20 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kansas-city-royals-host-chicago-cubs-in-august-7-series ### 2026-08-05: Kevin Gausman Traded to Chicago Cubs as Blue Jays Revamp Rotation Kevin Gausman was traded from the Toronto Blue Jays to the Chicago Cubs, prompting emotional reactions and a pending debut. Daulton Varsho moved to the Houston Astros, while Toronto added pitchers José Soriano, 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kevin-gausman-traded-from-toronto-blue-jays-to-chicago-cubs ### 2026-08-03: Chicago Cubs acquire Kevin Gausman, add Zeferjahn and Garrett at deadline The Chicago Cubs bolstered their rotation at the trade deadline, acquiring right‑hander Kevin Gausman from the Toronto Blue Jays, plus right‑hand reliever Ryan Zeferjahn from the Angels and left‑hand starter B. 29 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chicago-cubs-add-veteran-pitcher-kevin-gausman-in-trade-with-toronto ### 2026-07-31: Kevin Gausman's likely final Blue Jays start ends in 5-1 win over Cardinals Kevin Gausman threw 5 2/3 innings for a 5‑1 Blue Jays win over the Cardinals, earning a standing ovation in what may be his final start before trade‑deadline speculation. 28 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/st-louis-cardinals-take-on-toronto-blue-jays-in-mlb-matchup-on-aug-1-2026 ### 2026-07-20: Kevin Gausman faces trade talks as Blue Jays consider moving right‑hander Kevin Gausman struggled in a 12‑2 loss and, amid trade rumors, may be moved before the July deadline, with the Cubs, Brewers and Orioles among interested teams. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kevin-gausman-faces-trade-talks-as-blue-jays-consider-moving-righthander --- Cite as: Kevin Gausman traded to Cubs. 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