Max Scherzer returns to Nationals, allows one run in 2.2 innings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 12:51 AM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Max Scherzer made his return to the mound for the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday, pitching against his former team, the Washington Nationals. Scherzer was effective in 2 2/3 innings, allowing one run on a double by Luis García while striking out four batters. During the game, he received two standing ovations from Nationals fans, showcasing their fondness for the pitcher who had a successful tenure with the team. This outing came on Scherzer's 42nd birthday and was his first start since June 10 due to injuries. The Blue Jays led 2-1 when he exited after 75 pitches.
- •Scherzer pitched 2 2/3 innings, allowing one run and striking out four.
- •He received standing ovations from Nationals fans during his return.
- •The game occurred on Scherzer's 42nd birthday.
- •Scherzer's last two months have been affected by injuries.
- •The Blue Jays led 2-1 when Scherzer exited the game.
- 12:51 AMYahoo Sports — Max Scherzer gets 2 standing ovations from Nationals fans, allows 1 run in abbreviated return from IL
"Monday's game may have been the last for Scherzer in Washington, where he won two Cy Youngs and a World Series championship.
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