Cubs Acquire Pitcher Kevin Gausman in Trade With Blue Jays

The Chicago Cubs have agreed to acquire right-handed pitcher Kevin Gausman from the Toronto Blue Jays in a trade, according to a report confirmed to ESPN by a source familiar with the deal.

The transaction involves the right-handed pitcher moving from the Toronto franchise to the Chicago organization. The confirmation marks a significant move between the two teams as Major League Baseball organizations evaluate and adjust their respective pitching staff rosters.

Further terms regarding potential additional players, minor league prospects, or financial considerations involved in the trade were not immediately released at the time of the report.

Official confirmation and finalization of the trade typically remain contingent on standard physical examinations and administrative processing required by Major League Baseball. Further announcements from either the Chicago Cubs or the Toronto Blue Jays are expected as the deal is formally completed.