Blue Jays announce lineup for Max Scherzer first game back against the Phillies
|
Victor William
Mar 7, 2026 (10:49)
|
|
Photo credit: Kevin Sousa-Imagn Images
Max Scherzer takes the mound today with a ferocious intensity that completely changes the narrative for this pitching staff.
The legendary righty is finally healthy and ready to set a glorious tone against the Philadelphia Phillies.
Seeing his name leading the lineup card brings an immediate wave of legitimate championship swagger to the clubhouse.
This is exactly the kind of fierce veteran leadership the front office envisioned when they secured his signature.
The future Hall of Famer is determined to bounce back aggressively from a challenging 5.19 ERA last season.
You can feel the electric buzz in the air just looking at the official roster drop for today.
1. LF Myles Straw
2. DH Jesus Sanchez
3. 1B Eloy Jimenez
4. CF Daulton Varsho
5. C Tyler Heineman
6. RF Nathan Lukes
7. 2B Carlos Mendoza
8. SS Josh Kasevich
9. 3B Charles McAdoo
SP Max Scherzer
2. DH Jesus Sanchez
3. 1B Eloy Jimenez
4. CF Daulton Varsho
5. C Tyler Heineman
6. RF Nathan Lukes
7. 2B Carlos Mendoza
8. SS Josh Kasevich
9. 3B Charles McAdoo
SP Max Scherzer
Behind our new ace, we get a fascinating look at the offensive puzzle pieces assembled this winter.
Jesus Sanchez is stepping into the designated hitter role and looking to unleash his massive raw power.
He blasted 14 home runs with a .237 batting average last year, and his swing is pure poetry.
The young kids are ready to make serious noise
We are absolutely desperate for a homegrown breakout star, and this infield provides a massive glimmer of hope.
Josh Kasevich (Drafted Round 2, 2022 by Toronto Blue Jays) gets a golden opportunity to showcase his slick defense.
He hit a beautiful .296 down in Triple A last summer and his contact skills are constantly improving.
Right next to him is the powerful Charles McAdoo (Drafted Round 13, 2023 by Pittsburgh Pirates) manning third base.
The dynamic slugger crushed 16 minor league homers last year and brings serious thunder to the bottom of the lineup.
Spring training records honestly mean absolutely nothing when you are evaluating pure individual talent.
Yes, the team is currently sitting at 2 wins and 7 losses in Grapefruit League action, but the daily reps are priceless.
Veterans like Daulton Varsho are simply getting their elite timing down for the marathon season ahead.
Varsho brings phenomenal defense to center field, setting an incredible standard for everyone tracking balls in the outfield.
Eloy Jimenez is another massive addition looking to prove he can still dominate opposing pitchers with raw strength.
We get to watch Myles Straw bring his trademark speed to the leadoff spot and create instant chaos.
Having a legend carve up hitters while the young prospects learn behind him is the ultimate developmental dream.
This is how a lasting winning culture is actively built from the ground up under the Florida sun.
Also read on Toronto Baseball Insider :
The Blue Jays have finally found Bo Bichette's replacement in the batting order
The Blue Jays have finally found Bo Bichette's replacement in the batting order
| POLL | ||
MARS 7|172 ANSWERS Blue Jays announce lineup for Max Scherzer first game back against the Phillies Are you excited to watch Max Scherzer pitch for the Blue Jays this season? | ||
| Yes | 156 | 90.7 % |
| No | 16 | 9.3 % |
| List of polls | ||