Blue Jays acquire Jameson Taillon from Cubs for cash considerations
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 2:30 AM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
The Toronto Blue Jays have traded for starting pitcher Jameson Taillon from the Chicago Cubs. Taillon was designated for assignment by the Cubs last week before the trade was completed. Blue Jays manager John Schneider expressed optimism about Taillon's potential, noting his past performance despite a difficult season this year with a 5.92 ERA. The acquisition comes as Toronto seeks to bolster its pitching depth ahead of the stretch run of the season, particularly with potential trades looming for other pitchers.
- •Taillon joins the Blue Jays after a tough 2023 season with the Cubs.
- •Schneider believes Taillon can improve and contribute significantly.
- •Toronto is preparing for critical upcoming games against the Astros.
- •The team is also considering trades involving pitchers like Gausman and Scherzer.
- 2:30 AMYahoo Sports — John Schneider Reacts to Blue Jays Jameson Taillon Trade
"Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider reacted after the team acquired starting pitcher Jameson Taillon from the Chicago Cubs.The Cubs designated Taillon for assignment last week, but the Blue Jays swung a trade for him, acquiring the veteran hurler from Chicago, along with cash, in exchange for a player to be named later or cash […] The post John Schneider Reacts to Blue Jays Jameson Taillon Trade appeared first on HEAVY.
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