Kevin Gausman expected to make Cubs debut Friday at Kansas City
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 7:50 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Kevin Gausman is anticipated to make his Cubs debut on Friday night against the Kansas City Royals. Chicago acquired Gausman from Toronto on Sunday, marking a significant addition to their pitching rotation. He was added to the active roster before a recent series against the Dodgers, replacing Antoine Kelly, who was sent to Triple-A Iowa. Gausman, 35, has a solid track record, previously pitching in the World Series with the Blue Jays. Chicago's pitching strategy may see adjustments following this trade, particularly with several pitchers on rehab stints.
- •Gausman has a 4.38 ERA this season with a 5-10 record.
- •He was added to the Cubs roster before a game against the Dodgers.
- •Alongside Gausman, the Cubs added Ryan Zeferjahn and Braxton Garrett.
- •Cubs manager Craig Counsell anticipates key pitching adjustments.
- •Gausman aims to contribute to the Cubs' playoff push.
- 8:33 PMESPN MLB — Gausman happy to be with Cubs, to start Friday
- 6:58 PMYahoo Sports — Kevin Gausman expected to make Cubs debut Friday night at Kansas City
"Kevin Gausman has been connected to the Chicago Cubs since the beginning of his career. Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer said the team had asked about his availability for years. When Chicago finally landed the right-hander in a trade with Toronto on Sunday, well, it wasn't much of a surprise.
"Kevin Gausman, who is expected to make his Cubs debut on Friday, said he is happy to be in Chicago.
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External links- ESPN MLBAug 5, 2026, 8:33 PMGausman happy to be with Cubs, to start Friday
Kevin Gausman, who is expected to make his Cubs debut on Friday, said he is happy to be in Chicago.
- Yahoo SportsAug 5, 2026, 6:58 PMKevin Gausman expected to make Cubs debut Friday night at Kansas City
Kevin Gausman has been connected to the Chicago Cubs since the beginning of his career. Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer said the team had asked about his availability for years. When Chicago finally landed the right-hander in a trade with Toronto on Sunday, well, it wasn't much of a surprise.
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