Blue Jays gauge Kevin Gausman trade value ahead of deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 7:22 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
The Toronto Blue Jays are assessing their strategy ahead of the trade deadline with a 32-34 record, currently 0.5 games out of the American League Wild Card. Kevin Gausman, a veteran right-hander set to hit free agency after next season, is considered a potential trade asset if the team struggles further. ESPN's David Schoenfield indicates Gausman could become the most sought-after starter available, should the Blue Jays shift toward selling amid injury concerns and underperformance. Speculation surrounds Gausman’s future as the team evaluates its playoff chances over the coming months.
- •Blue Jays are 32-34, 0.5 games from a Wild Card spot.
- •Kevin Gausman could be traded if team underperforms.
- •Gausman will enter free agency at the end of next season.
- •ESPN suggests Gausman may be the best starter available.
- •Injuries have impacted the Blue Jays' season and strategy.
- 7:22 AMYahoo Sports — Blue Jays’ Kevin Gausman gets intriguing trade deadline update
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