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Max Scherzer aims to surpass Justin Verlander's strikeout total

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 3:15 AM

Last updated Sep 27, 2026

Max Scherzer aims to surpass Justin Verlander's strikeout total

Summary

Max Scherzer is on track to pass Justin Verlander's all-time strikeout total this season. As of now, Scherzer has 3,550 strikeouts, requiring 17 more to overtake Verlander's 3,560. Scherzer's recent performance included striking out seven batters against the Baltimore Orioles. He may pitch again on short rest during the Blue Jays' last regular-season game against the Cincinnati Reds. This matchup could mark a notable moment as Scherzer races to set a new milestone in his career.

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Status Watch

•Scherzer has 3,550 strikeouts, 17 away from passing Verlander.
•Verlander ended his career with 3,560 strikeouts after his final game.
•Scherzer struck out seven batters in his last outing against the Orioles.
•Blue Jays may pitch Scherzer again on short rest this Sunday.
•Scherzer and Verlander played together on the Tigers from 2010 to 2014.

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3:15 AMYahoo Sports — Blue Jays news: How Many Strikeouts Does Max Scherzer Need to Pass Justin Verlander

What they're saying

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Max Scherzer still has a chance to make MLB history this season. The Toronto Blue Jays right-hander is close to catching his former teammate Justin Verlander on MLB’s all-time strikeouts list , with MLB writer Sarah Langs reporting that the retiring Detroit Tigers pitcher started his final game with 3,560 career strikeouts, while Scherzer had […] The post Blue Jays news: How Many Strikeouts Does Max Scherzer Need to Pass Justin Verlander appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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