Kevin Gausman
This is the trickiest one. Kevin Gausman has been one of the most successful free agent signings that the Jays have had. His first 2 seasons with the Jays were among some of the better seasons the Blue Jays have had from a starting pitcher. Despite him having a down season in 2024, (89 ERA+) he is still a steady veteran would improve a team's chances of winning. His value may have dropped, but not enough to the point where other teams would not have any interest in him.
Gausman still has two years and $46M left on his contract after this season, which is a hefty sum to pay, in what's been a relatively expensive rotation for the Jays. While there's still hope for Gausman resurging in future seasons, it may not be enough to justify the price being paid, especially in the position the Blue Jays find themselves in. They have the potential to be contenders next season, but a lot still needs to go right for that to be remotely possible.
Gausman could be a part of that, or the Jays could have used their window to unload him, as they try a more proper re-tool. Now that the deadline is over, and all of these players remain, time will tell how impactful that will play into their future season. Moves were made, and the Blue Jays have to hope it was enough.