Max Scherzer strikes out 3,500th batter in start against Blue Jays
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 4:34 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Max Scherzer reached a major milestone by recording his 3,500th career strikeout during a game against the Toronto Blue Jays on June 10. Despite the achievement, Scherzer's performance was not strong, lasting just 3.1 innings and allowing five runs, leading to a 7-4 loss for the Blue Jays against the Philadelphia Phillies. Scherzer's return from the injured list raises questions about his effectiveness moving forward. The Blue Jays are looking for more reliable outings from Scherzer as they aim for success this season.
- •Scherzer joins an elite group of pitchers with 3,500 strikeouts.
- •He allowed five runs on five hits in 3.1 innings of work.
- •Toronto fell to the Phillies 7-4 in the June 10 game.
- •Scherzer's struggles come after a stint on the injured list.
- •Manager John Schneider emphasizes patience in evaluating Scherzer's performance.
- 4:34 PMYahoo Sports — Max Scherzer reached a milestone in Toronto and left the Blue Jays with a harder question
"Max Scherzer got the milestone. The Toronto Blue Jays still went home needing answers.
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