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Kevin Gausman and Clay Holmes set for Cubs debuts this weekend

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 2:19 AM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Kevin Gausman and Clay Holmes set for Cubs debuts this weekend

Summary

Kevin Gausman and Clay Holmes are expected to make their Chicago Cubs debuts this weekend in Kansas City. Gausman will pitch during the series, likely on Friday, after previously being planned for Thursday. Holmes is returning from the injured list following a right fibula fracture and expressed eagerness to contribute. The Cubs are also adjusting their lineup; Ian Happ will see reduced playing time against left-handed pitchers, with Tyrone Taylor stepping in. This comes as the Cubs aim for a strong finish as they head into a demanding stretch of games.

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Status Watch

•Gausman expected to pitch Friday against the Royals.
•Holmes returning from injury, ready for weekend action.
•Happ struggles against lefties lead to changes in the lineup.
•Tyrone Taylor joins Cubs to add depth against southpaws.
•Cubs in 17-game stretch without an off day.

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2:19 AMYahoo Sports — Kevin Gausman, Clay Holmes to make Chicago Cubs debuts this weekend — and Ian Happ less likely to face lefties

What they're saying

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Clay Holmes is ready to get back into big-league action. One of the Cubs’ two trade deadline additions to the rotation, Holmes won’t need another rehab start and is ready to come off the 60-day injured list this weekend in Kansas City. Holmes acknowledged Tuesday his preference for his next outing to be with the Cubs rather than a fourth rehab start, and manager Craig Counsell confirmed that ...
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