The Toronto Blue Jays are bringing in some Canadian talent to supplement their rotation.
In a corresponding move, infielder Lenyn Sosa was transferred to the 60-day injured list.
Taillon is a native of Lakeland, Fla., but both his parents are Canadian and he has twice represented Canada at the World Baseball Classic.
The 34-year-old has struggled in his fourth season with the Cubs and was designated for assignment on July 27. He has posted a 5.92 ERA with a 1.355 WHIP in 15 starts with the ballclub.
Over his 10-year career, Taillon has a 3.99 ERA and 1.203 WHIP in 239 games (238 starts) split between the Pittsburgh Pirates, New York Yankees and Cubs.
