Cubs’ Kevin Gausman Sends Retirement Message After Blue Jays Exit
Forbes • • sports
Key Points:
- Kevin Gausman, a durable and respected starting pitcher, was traded from the Toronto Blue Jays to the Chicago Cubs at the MLB trade deadline, ending a significant tenure with Toronto that included a World Series run last year.
- Despite speculation about his future and potential retirement after this season, Gausman emphasized that his connection to Toronto is not over and expressed intentions to remain involved with the city even after his playing days.
- Gausman, 35, is in the final year of a five-year, $110 million contract and has been a consistent workhorse, making at least 31 starts and pitching over 174 innings in each of the last five seasons.
- The Chicago Cubs acquired Gausman to bolster their rotation as they pursue postseason success, trading minor league prospects Brett Bateman and Ty Southisene to Toronto in exchange.
- Gausman’s message to Toronto fans underscores his appreciation for his time with the Blue Jays and hints at a lasting relationship with the organization beyond his active career.
