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The Toronto Blue Jays seem to be done with Max Scherzer


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Bobby Ohr
September 26, 2025  (8:28)
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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Max Scherzer has been having a very rough time lately and it looks like the team might be done with him moving forward.

Scherzer was on the mound yesterday in another rough performance and after the game he gave a questionable interview stating that he still has confidence in his abilities.

Blue Jays pitcher Max Scherzer might be done for the year

Scherzer has had some great moments during his time in Toronto but has also had some very bad moments which has resulted in some big consitency issues.
Statistically, Scherzer is having the worst season of his career with a 5.19 ERA in 17 starts this season including a 1.29 WHIP and on 82 strikeouts in 85 innings pitched.
- 17 Starts
- 85.0 IP
- 5.19 ERA
- 1.29 WHIP
- 82 K
- .262 Opponent BA
- .810 Opponent OPS
The highs were high, but unfortunately the lows were even lower
Scherzer seems to be struggling quite a bit over his last few starts as he has given up 24 earned runs in only 21 innings pitched which has put in questions his ability to pitch in the playoffs.
Max Scherzer has allowed 24 earned runs over his last 21 innings pitched.

Not exactly a guy you wanna give the ball to in a playoff game.



Due to his lack of success over the last few games, there is a good chance that the Blue Jays end up keeping Scherzer on the bench in the playoffs as they have so much more solid options.

As of right now, the Blue Jays are running a four man starting rotation which would be a lot better if Eric Lauer was in instead of Scherzer.
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