Kevin Gausman's roller-coaster start

Kevin Gausman joined Cubs before trade deadline.

Gausman's frustration

Gausman says it's frustrating after five years of consistency.

“It’s really frustrating, especially after being really consistent for the last five, six years”

Gausman's recent performance

Gausman has 5.04 ERA in eight starts for Cubs.

Gausman's past success

Gausman had 3.34 ERA in 158 starts with Blue Jays and Giants.

Gausman's workload

Gausman threw over 2,000 innings in 14 seasons.

World Series impact

Gausman threw 30⅔ innings in Blue Jays' World Series run.

Gausman's 2024 offseason

Gausman began throwing regimen Oct 28, same day as Game 3.

Gausman's 2025 postseason

Gausman started Games 2 and 6 of World Series.

Gausman's pitch strategy

Gausman is a two-pitch pitcher: fastball and splitter.

Manager's view

Counsell says Gausman's execution is critical.

“It puts a higher premium on his execution”

Postseason uncertainty

Gausman unsure if he'll start in wild-card series.

Gausman's outlook

Gausman says everyone must contribute in playoffs.

“It’s going to take every single guy on this staff to do what we want to do”