Max Scherzer Nears Return to Rangers After Successful Rehab Start

The three-time Cy Young winner pitched 4 2/3 innings for Triple-A Round Rock, showing promising signs of recovery.

Scherzer struck out eight batters and threw 79 pitches, slightly exceeding his target range.
His fastball averaged 92.1 mph, a minor decrease from his previous outing.
Manager Bruce Bochy hopes this will be Scherzer's final rehab start before rejoining the Rangers.
Scherzer underwent back surgery in December and has been dealing with thumb and nerve issues.
The Rangers acquired Scherzer from the Mets last July, and he has not pitched since the World Series.