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Cubs acquire veteran right-hander Kevin Gausman in trade with Blue Jays

Headline from WGN Chicago, from the development of Aug 2, 2026

Newest development Aug 3, 2026 · 3 reportsMLB Trade Deadline: Cubs acquire controllable pitcher from Miami, reliever from Angels

The Chicago Cubs bolstered their pitching rotation, hampered by injuries all season, by acquiring veteran right-hander Kevin Gausman on Sunday night in a trade with the Toronto Blue Jays.

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  1. Names this update

    Cubs acquire veteran right-hander Kevin Gausman in trade with Blue Jays

    Headline from WGN Chicago ·

  2. Newest

    MLB Trade Deadline: Cubs acquire controllable pitcher from Miami, reliever from Angels

    Headline from Fox32 Chicago ·

Reports & sources

13 articles, oldest first.

  1. Sun Times

    Cubs trade for veteran starter Kevin Gausman (opens Sun Times)

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    Sun Times's feed description

    When Cubs manager Craig Counsell found out the Dodgers were getting Tarik Skubal from the Tigers, his reaction was quite measured. “I was half-asleep and fell asleep five minutes later,” Counsell said Sunday morning before…

  2. WTOP Washington DC

    Cubs acquire Kevin Gausman in a trade with the Blue Jays, AP source says (opens WTOP Washington DC)

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    WTOP Washington DC's feed description

    CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Cubs added Kevin Gausman to their rotation on Sunday night, acquiring the veteran right-hander in…

  3. Newsweek

    Cubs Make Splash Addition, Trade for Two-Time All-Star (opens Newsweek)

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    The Chicago Cubs reportedly are acquiring right-handed pitcher Kevin Gausman in a trade with the Toronto Blue Jays.

  4. The Brunswick News

    Cubs acquire RHP Kevin Gausman from the Blue Jays for 2 minor leaguers (opens The Brunswick News)

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    The Brunswick News's feed description

    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…

  5. NBC Chicago

    Cubs land pitcher Braxton Garrett ahead of MLB trade deadline (opens NBC Chicago)

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    CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – JUNE 3: A general view of sunset at Wrigley Field during a game between the Chicago Cubs and the Athletics on June 3, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Matt Dirksen/Chicago Cubs/Getty Images)

  6. Triblive

    Cubs acquire RHP Kevin Gausman from Blue Jays for 2 minor leaguers (opens Triblive)

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    CHICAGO — The Chicago Cubs’ search for a starting pitcher has landed them a veteran with postseason experience.

  7. Fox32 Chicago

    Chicago Cubs acquire Kevin Gausman from Toronto: What it means for the Cubs (opens Fox32 Chicago)

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    Fox32 Chicago's feed description

    The Chicago Cubs made a much-needed acquisition before the MLB Trade Deadline on Monday. The Cubs acquired starting pitcher Kevin Gausman from the Blue Jays in exchange for two prospects. Here's what it means for the Cubs going forward.

  8. Hawaiitribune Herald

    Reports: Cubs bolster rotation, acquire veteran Kevin Gausman from Blue Jays (opens Hawaiitribune Herald)

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    Hawaiitribune Herald's feed description

    The Chicago Cubs are getting a much-needed boost to their rotation depth by acquiring right-hander Kevin Gausman from the Toronto Blue Jays ahead of Monday’s trade deadline, according to reports Sunday night by ESPN and The Athletic.

  9. NBC Chicago

    As MLB trade deadline nears, Cubs acquire Kevin Gausman from Blue Jays (opens NBC Chicago)

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    Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Kevin Gausman throws to the Texas Rangers in the first inning of a baseball game in Arlington, Texas, Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024.

  10. WGN Chicago

    Cubs acquire veteran right-hander Kevin Gausman in trade with Blue Jays (opens WGN Chicago)

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    The Chicago Cubs bolstered their pitching rotation, hampered by injuries all season, by acquiring veteran right-hander Kevin Gausman on Sunday night in a trade with the Toronto Blue Jays.

  11. WGN Chicago

    MLB trade deadline: 3 more trades the Cubs should consider (opens WGN Chicago)

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    CHICAGO — Jed and company made a ripple through the hot stove Sunday night by acquiring veteran right-hander Kevin Gausman. With a lot of uncertainty if there will be baseball next year, Monday is a massive opportunity for the North Siders to make a statement.

  12. Fox32 Chicago

    MLB Trade Deadline: Cubs acquire controllable pitcher from Miami, reliever from Angels (opens Fox32 Chicago)

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    The Chicago Cubs have added another pitcher to their system in a trade with the Miami Marlins. According to ESPN, the Cubs have acquired pitcher Braxton Garrett from Miami, as well as reliever Ryan Zeferjahn from the Angels.

  13. AL.com

    Cubs acquire Braxton Garrett in trade deadline deal (opens AL.com)

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    The Chicago Cubs have battled health issues with their pitching staff during 2026, so pitching was a serious need at the trade deadline.

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