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Veteran pitcher Max Scherzer’s much-anticipated debut with the Toronto Blue Jays was cut short after just three innings due to right lat soreness. The three-time Cy Young winner allowed two home runs before being pulled from the game as a precaution.
Scherzer, who joined the Blue Jays in the offseason, took the mound with high expectations. However, he struggled with command early on, giving up solo shots in the first and third innings. Despite flashing his signature velocity and movement, the 39-year-old right-hander appeared uncomfortable at times.
After the third inning, Scherzer was seen speaking with team trainers before exiting the game. The Blue Jays later announced he was experiencing tightness in his right lat, an issue that has bothered him in the past. Manager John Schneider said the team would evaluate Scherzer further before determining the severity of the injury.
“It’s definitely concerning, but we’ll see how he feels tomorrow,” Schneider said. “We’re hoping it’s nothing serious.”
Scherzer missed the start of the season recovering from offseason surgery and was making his first start in a Blue Jays uniform. His early departure raises concerns about his durability as Toronto looks to compete in a tough AL East division.
The Blue Jays bullpen took over after Scherzer’s exit but couldn’t hold off their opponent, eventually falling in a close game. Toronto fans will now wait anxiously for further updates on their star pitcher’s health as the team navigates the season ahead.
