Blue Jays acquire pitcher Jameson Taillon from Chicago Cubs
The 34-year-old right-hander, who has represented Canada twice at the World Baseball Classic, joins Toronto in exchange for a player to be named later or cash.
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The Toronto Blue Jays acquired right-handed pitcher Jameson Taillon from the Chicago Cubs on Sunday in exchange for a player to be named later or cash considerations.
Taillon, 34, was designated for assignment by Chicago on July 27 after struggling in his fourth season with the Cubs. He posted a 5.92 ERA with a 1.355 WHIP in 15 starts.
Taillon is a native of Lakeland, Florida, but both his parents are Canadian and he has twice represented Canada at the World Baseball Classic, bringing a connection to the country.
Over his 10-year career, Taillon has a 3.99 ERA and 1.203 WHIP across 239 games (238 starts) split between the Pittsburgh Pirates, New York Yankees, and Cubs.
In a corresponding roster move, infielder Lenyn Sosa was transferred to the 60-day injured list.
The facts
Who did the Blue Jays acquire and from which team?
The Toronto Blue Jays acquired right-handed pitcher Jameson Taillon from the Chicago Cubs on August 2, 2026.
Why was Jameson Taillon available?
Jameson Taillon was designated for assignment by the Chicago Cubs on July 27, 2026, after posting a 5.92 ERA in his fourth season with the team.
What is Jameson Taillon's connection to Canada?
Jameson Taillon has represented Canada twice at the World Baseball Classic, and both his parents are Canadian.
What was Taillon's career record before joining Toronto?
Over his 10-year career across the Pittsburgh Pirates, New York Yankees, and Chicago Cubs, Jameson Taillon compiled a 3.99 ERA and 1.203 WHIP in 239 games.
