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Max Scherzer's Coin-Flip Mockery of Umpire CB Bucknor Goes Viral

The injured Blue Jays pitcher, recovering from thumb inflammation, made headlines with a playful jab at MLB's most controversial umpire during a game against the Guardians.

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Scherzer was having some fun in the dugout.
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Overview

  • Max Scherzer was caught on camera mimicking umpire CB Bucknor by pretending to flip a coin to decide balls and strikes during a Blue Jays game against the Guardians.
  • The incident was captured by SportsNet and amplified on social media by Jomboy Media, quickly gaining viral attention.
  • Scherzer, who signed a one-year, $15.5 million deal with the Blue Jays in February, has been sidelined since March 30 due to right thumb inflammation.
  • The 40-year-old pitcher recently threw a 'heavy bullpen' session, signaling progress in his recovery and a potential return to the Blue Jays' rotation.
  • CB Bucknor, widely regarded as MLB's most controversial umpire, has a history of disputed calls, including a prior clash with Scherzer in 2015 over a controversial walk-off ruling.