Orioles Top Blue Jays 9-5 as Scherzer Exits Debut Early with Lat Injury
Baltimore's offense shines with Jordan Westburg's two homers, while Max Scherzer's Toronto debut ends after three innings due to right lat soreness.
- Max Scherzer left his Blue Jays debut after three innings, citing right lat soreness, raising concerns about his durability following a history of injuries.
- Jordan Westburg powered the Orioles' offense with his first career multi-homer game, tallying four hits and three runs in the victory.
- Baltimore's Ramón Urías delivered a decisive three-run double in the fourth inning, helping the Orioles erase a 4-2 deficit and take control of the game.
- Félix Bautista made his first MLB appearance since 2023 after recovering from Tommy John surgery, closing out the game with a scoreless ninth inning.
- Bo Bichette stood out for Toronto, going 4-for-4 with two doubles and a walk, but the Blue Jays' bullpen struggled, allowing seven runs after Scherzer's exit.