The Toronto Blue Jays have a 75% chance of trading star pitcher Kevin Gausman by the MLB trade deadline, according to ESPN's Kiley McDaniel and Jeff Passan.
Gausman, who has been a key player for the Blue Jays over the last five years, might be on his way out of Toronto this summer. He's a rental starting pitcher with high upside, and his 14-year MLB career pedigree should help the Blue Jays land a good price for him in a trade.
Gausman's recent start against the St. Louis Cardinals was a good one, with 5.2 innings pitched, nine hits allowed, one run given up, and four strikeouts. His season ERA dropped to 4.38, a bit of a drop from the 4.51 ERA he had coming into this start.
The Blue Jays are sellers this season, and Gausman is one of the most important players they could trade. He's a good pitcher on a $110 million contract with an eight-team no-trade list, but his high upside should make him attractive to contenders.
Gausman's teammate, Daulton Varsho, and pitcher Shane Bieber could also be dealt this summer, but Gausman's the top prize, and should bring back the best return. Varsho and Bieber are also on the trade block, but Gausman's the one with the highest upside.
The MLB trade deadline is just a few days away, and the Blue Jays are expected to be sellers. With Gausman's 75% chance of being traded, it's becoming increasingly likely that he'll be wearing a different uniform come next season.
Gausman's recent performance has been solid, but it's not enough to save him from being traded. The Blue Jays are looking to get something decent in exchange for him, and his high upside should make him attractive to contenders.
The Blue Jays have been struggling this season, and it's clear they're not going to make a deep playoff run. Trading Gausman and other key players could be the best way for them to get something in return.
The next few days will be crucial for the Blue Jays, as they decide what to do with Gausman and other key players. Will they trade him, or will they hold on to him? Only time will tell.
The MLB trade deadline is on August 5, and the Blue Jays are expected to make some moves before then. Gausman's 75% chance of being traded is a strong indication that he'll be on his way out of Toronto soon.
Source: Yahoo Sports