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Kevin Gausman news
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The gist
Kevin Gausman took his first loss as a Cub, allowing six runs over 4.2 innings Thursday. The Cubs' new starter has shown mixed results in two outings since the trade.
Background
Kevin Gausman was traded from the Toronto Blue Jays to the Chicago Cubs at the Trade Deadline in a blockbuster deal. In his Cubs debut, he pitched seven strong innings, but in his second start against the Nationals, he was knocked around, giving up six runs. The Cubs acquired him to bolster their pitching depth for a postseason push.
How it unfolded
- Trade Deadline 2026Gausman was traded from the Blue Jays to the Cubs in a blockbuster deal.
- Aug 13, 2026In his Cubs debut at Kansas City, Gausman pitched seven innings, allowing just four runs (or fewer) and leaned heavily on his splitter.
- Aug 13, 2026In his second start, against the Nationals, Gausman allowed six runs on seven hits and one walk over 4.2 innings, taking his first loss as a Cub.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- Gausman's performance has been inconsistent, with a strong debut followed by a rough outing, raising questions about his fit with the Cubs.
- Support
- The Cubs are hopeful that Gausman's addition, along with other pitching acquisitions, gives them enough depth to compete in the postseason.