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Max Scherzer Set to Rejoin Blue Jays’ Rotation Wednesday Against Guardians

His return follows two strong rehab outings, signaling relief for a bullpen stretched thin by starter injuries.

Overview

  • Scherzer has been on the 60-day injured list since March 29 after departing his Toronto debut with right thumb inflammation and lat soreness.
  • He received two cortisone injections this season before posting 12 strikeouts and two earned runs over 8⅔ innings in two Triple-A Buffalo rehab starts.
  • On Sunday he simulated roughly two innings in a bullpen session at Rogers Centre, earning manager John Schneider’s endorsement of his readiness.
  • Toronto plans to activate Scherzer for Wednesday’s start in Cleveland, restoring a five-man rotation for the first time this year.
  • The 40-year-old, three-time Cy Young winner signed a one-year, $15.5 million contract in February and his comeback is expected to bolster Toronto’s AL East and wild-card prospects.