Blue Jays’ Kevin Gausman Offers Contract Update After Sudden Retirement Message
The Toronto Blue Jays’ $110 million veteran revealed where extension talks stand with the team after he suggested he might end his career.
TORONTO, ONTARIO - OCTOBER 31: Kevin Gausman #34 of the Toronto Blue Jays looks on against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning in game six of the 2025 World Series at Rogers Center on October 31, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images) Getty Images The Toronto Blue Jays followed their World Series defeat with a focus on fortifying the pitching staff, but next season could be the final year for one long-term rotation piece. After joining the team on a five-year, $110 million contract in 2022, Opening Day starter Kevin Gausman will be entering the final season of his deal.
And he recently sent the team a message that he could retire once it expires. “I think it’s definitely a possibility,” Gausman told The Athletic’s Mitch Bannon about ending his career after next season. “I have really loved my time here.
Do I know what’s ahead of me? I don’t really know. No idea.
It’s something that I have definitely thought about in the offseason. ” MORE FROM FORBES Dodgers Boss Challenges Kyle Tucker Over Career Shortcomings By Peter Chawaga Toronto Blue Jays’ Kevin Gausman Reveals Interest In Continuing Career After Retirement Talk For a 35-year-old who appears to be more effective than ever, opening the door to retirement was a surprise. He maintained a 3.