Braves eye Kevin Gausman as trade target ahead of deadline

The Atlanta Braves are pursuing a starting pitcher as the trade deadline approaches this summer. Jim Bowden from The Athletic has identified Toronto Blue Jays All-Star righty Kevin Gausman as an ideal target. Gausman, who has a 4.51 ERA this season and postseason experience, could bolster the Braves' rotation. He is in the final season of a five-year, $110 million contract and hasn’t included the Braves in his no-trade list. With the August 3 trade deadline nearing, Gausman could be available if the Blue Jays underperform in coming weeks.

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