The Chicago Cubs finalized Kevin Gausman’s debut plan Wednesday after acquiring the veteran starter from the Toronto Blue Jays. The trade strengthens Chicago’s rotation, with Gausman scheduled to debut Friday against the Kansas City Royals. The Cubs landed the veteran righty on Sunday in exchange for prospects Ty Southisene and Brett Bateman. The Chicago Tribune’s Meghan Montemurro confirmed Gausman’s Friday debut on X, formerly Twitter, Wednesday, while sharing his initial impressions of the organization. Article Continues BelowThe trade ended his four-plus seasons with Toronto and placed him with a contender for the stretch run.