Max Scherzer hits Carter Jensen with pitch during Blue Jays game

Max Scherzer hit Royals leadoff hitter Carter Jensen with his first pitch of the game on Saturday night at Rogers Centre. The incident occurred one night after Royals pitcher Daniel Lynch hit Brett Bateman with the first pitch of the Friday game. While the intent behind the pitch remains unclear, speculation has surfaced regarding potential retaliation by the Blue Jays. The hit batter allowed Jensen to reach base, contributing to a rally that enabled the Royals to tie the game shortly after the Blue Jays had established an early lead. Scherzer has not commented on the sequence of events. The two teams continue to play as the series progresses through the weekend.

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