Kevin Gausman pitches strongly in Cubs debut against Royals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 5:44 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Kevin Gausman made his Cubs debut on August 7, 2026, helping secure a 6-4 victory over the Kansas City Royals. Although Gausman's outing began with a rocky start, including a walk and a run in the first inning, he settled in and retired 19 of the last 21 batters he faced. Gausman praised his teammates' defense for their support, indicating a strong team dynamic early in his tenure with Chicago. The win extended the Cubs' winning streak to five games as they push for the postseason.
- •Gausman allowed one run in seven innings pitched.
- •He faced an early scare from a line drive to his ankle.
- •Catcher Carson Kelly noted Gausman's improvement throughout the game.
- •Chicago has won five consecutive games.
- 5:44 AMYahoo Sports — Cubs newly-acquired pitcher Kevin Gausman already has nothing but love for new teammates
"Kevin Gausman's Cubs debut had a rocky start, but his praise for his new teammates afterward said everything about how it ended.
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