Set to make his debut against his former team this week, Kevin Gausman asked his managers to postpone his first start with the Cubs until this weekend. Gausman saved his best breaking balls for this debut night and kept the Royals' hitters off balance for much of the game. Kevin Gausman's #Cubs debut is complete: 7.0 IP | 4 H | 2 ER | 4 K | 1 BB Wonderful first start? pic.twitter.com/otyYtbJS0C — Cubs Daily (@Cubs_Daily1) August 8, 2026The 35-year-old pitcher is now with his sixth team in a 14-year Major League career. The addition of Kevin Gausman at the trade deadline solidifies their starting rotation and brings a healthy dose of experience to the roster.