Blue Jays acquire starting pitcher Jameson Taillon from Cubs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 7:12 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The Toronto Blue Jays have traded for starting pitcher Jameson Taillon from the Chicago Cubs ahead of the MLB trade deadline. Taillon, a right-hander with a 5.92 ERA this season, was acquired for cash considerations after being designated for assignment. This move is seen as low-risk for Toronto, aiming to bolster their rotation, especially if they trade current starters like Shane Bieber or Kevin Gausman. The team’s roster changes may continue as the trade deadline approaches.
- •Blue Jays trade for Jameson Taillon before the MLB deadline.
- •Taillon has a 5.92 ERA and a 2-6 record this season.
- •He was previously designated for assignment by the Cubs.
- •The trade cost Toronto cash considerations or a player to be named later.
- •Blue Jays may still look to trade other key pitchers.
- 7:12 PMYahoo Sports — Blue Jays trade for former Cubs $68 million starter ahead of MLB deadline
"This is an interesting trade for the Blue Jays ahead of the deadline.
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