Wed Jun 22 2022 | 13:41 | Max Scherzer Could Start Sunday For Mets |
New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer (oblique) is a consideration to pitch on Sunday against the Miami Marlins, according to skipper Buck Showalter, but the manager wants to speak with Scherzer on Wednesday to see how he feels. Scherzer struck out six while walking one and allowing two runs in 3 1/3 innings for Double-A Binghamton while tossing 65 pitches in his first and perhaps only minor league rehab start on Tuesday. The fact that he was able to go 65 pitches is a good sign that he might not only be able to return to the Mets rotation this weekend, but go fairly deep in his first start back. With the 37-year-old three-time Cy Young winner nearing a return to the big leagues, Trevor Williams is expected to move back to the bullpen. |
Source: New York Post - Mike Puma | RotoBaller.com |
Mon Jun 20 2022 | 11:08 | Max Scherzer To Throw For Double-A Tuesday |
New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer (oblique) will pitch for Double-A Binghamton in a minor league rehab start on Tuesday. Scherzer will be working with catcher James McCann (wrist), who is also working his way back from the injured list. The 37-year-old right-hander suffered a left oblique strain on March 18, but he is getting closer to a return and threw a simulated game last Thursday. If Scherzer is able to come out of Tuesday's rehab outing without any setbacks, there's a good chance he'll be ready to rejoin New York's rotation on Sunday against the Miami Marlins. The eight-time All-Star is a must-start every time he takes the bump, and he had a 2.54 ERA, 0.95 WHIP, 59 strikeouts and 11 walks in 49 2/3 innings over eight starts before his injury. |
Source: New York Post - Mike Puma | RotoBaller.com |
Sat Jun 4 2022 | 21:38 | Max Scherzer Downplays Hand Injury |
New York Mets pitcher Max Scherzer said that his rehab wouldn't be delayed after being bitten by one of his dogs on his right hand. He took one day off from throwing and could long toss the next day. "This will have no effect on my rehab, and this is literally a non-story," said Scherzer. The 37-year-old has been sidelined since May 18 due to an oblique strain. He is progressing in his recovery and could come off the injured list in early July. Scherzer is 5-1 with a 2.54 ERA, 0.95 WHIP, 59 strikeouts, and 11 walks in 49 2/3 innings in 2022. Stay tuned for further updates. |
Source: Max Scherzer | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Jun 3 2022 | 14:05 | Max Scherzer On Track In His Rehab |
New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer (oblique) is on track in his rehab from an oblique strain. "He's doing fine. Who knows what he's doing away from the field," manager Buck Showalter joked. "He's probably had four or five sides by now. He's probably got the whole neighborhood hitting off of him." Scherzer typically recovers from injuries faster than expected, but the Mets probably won't rush the three-time Cy Young winner back into their rotation. The 37-year-old right-hander could come off the injured list in early July, but we'll keep you posted as more details emerge about his rehab process. Before his injury, Scherzer was 5-1 with a 2.54 ERA, 0.95 WHIP, 59 strikeouts and 11 walks in 49 2/3 innings over his first eight starts in New York. |
Source: New York Daily News - Deesha Thosar | RotoBaller.com |
Sat May 21 2022 | 13:28 | Max Scherzer Placed On 15-Day Injured List |
The New York Mets placed starting pitcher Max Scherzer (oblique) on the 15-day injured list on Saturday. The move comes as no surprise as the hard-throwing veteran is expected to be out for six to eight weeks with an oblique strain. The team recalled right-handed pitcher Jake Reed from Triple-A to take Scherzer's roster spot. Scherzer made eight starts before straining his oblique and went 5-1 with a 2.54 ERA and a 0.94 WHIP. |
Source: Pat Ragazzo | RotoBaller.com |
Thu May 19 2022 | 14:45 | Max Scherzer To Miss 6-8 Weeks With Oblique Strain |
Updating a previous report, New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer (oblique) has a "moderate to high-grade" oblique strain and will miss six to eight weeks. Oblique injuries often require a lengthy absence, especially for pitchers, so fantasy managers were already preparing for an extended absence with the 37-year-old, three-time Cy Young winner. He was pulled early from his start on Wednesday against the St. Louis Cardinals with what was initially called left side discomfort. Barring setbacks, Scherzer could be back in the Mets rotation in early July. New York's rotation depth will now be tested with Jacob deGrom (shoulder) and Tylor Megill (biceps) also out. Trevor Williams will continue to work in the rotation, while David Peterson should get some starts as well. |
Source: MLB.com - Anthony DiComo | RotoBaller.com |
Thu May 19 2022 | 14:00 | Max Scherzer Dealing With Oblique Injury |
New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer (oblique, finger) has an oblique injury and has also been pitching through multiple blisters on his pitching hand in his last two starts, according to manager Buck Showalter. Scherzer left his start early on Wednesday against the St. Louis Cardinals with left side discomfort. There's no official word on how long the veteran right-hander will be out, but oblique injuries for pitchers can take more than a month to recover from, so his fantasy managers should expect an extended absence. It's a big blow for the Mets rotation and Scherzer's fantasy managers, as the 37-year-old eight-time All-Star is 5-1 with a 2.54 ERA, 0.95 WHIP, 11 walks and 59 strikeouts in 49 2/3 innings over eight starts in his first year in Queens. |
Source: MLB Network - Jon Heyman | RotoBaller.com |
Wed May 18 2022 | 22:38 | Max Scherzer Dealing With Side Discomfort |
Updating a previous report, New York Mets pitcher Max Scherzer (side, oblique) exited Wednesday's start due to left side discomfort. According to Anthony DiComo of MLB.com, the 37-year-old's arm is fine, but the injury sounds like an oblique strain, costing players quite a bit of time. Scherzer will undergo further evaluation and undergo imaging on Thursday. The right-hander is considered day-to-day, and the Mets should have a better idea of the severity of his injury on Thursday. Scherzer allowed two runs (one earned) on seven hits while striking out four over 5 2/3 innings before leaving. The Mets pitching depth has suddenly taken a hit, losing Tylor Megill (biceps) recently and now possibly Scherzer. Stay tuned for further updates. |
Source: Anthony DiComo of MLB.com | RotoBaller.com |
Wed May 18 2022 | 22:04 | Max Scherzer Exits Wednesday's Start With Apparent Injury |
New York Mets pitcher Max Scherzer was removed from Wednesday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals with an apparent injury. He walked off the mound with the trainers after just 87 pitches. During the sixth inning, the 37-year-old threw a slider in the dirt and immediately gestured to the coaching staff that he was done after that pitch. "I'm done, I'm done," said Scherzer. "Everything about his being says, 'Gut it out.' So when he doesn't gut it out, it's a little scary, said Ron Darling of SNY. It's unclear what type of injury Scherzer sustained, and he's considered day-to-day. The Mets ace allowed two runs (one earned) on seven hits while striking out four over 5 2/3 innings before leaving. Stay tuned for further updates. |
Source: Anthony DiComo of MLB.com | RotoBaller.com |
Thu May 12 2022 | 11:14 | Max Scherzer To Start Series Opener Against Mariners Friday |
New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer will pitch the series opener against the Seattle Mariners on Friday, followed by Chris Bassitt on Saturday. Scherzer was handed his first loss of the season last Sunday against the Philadelphia Phillies, when he gave up three runs on 10 hits while striking out seven and walking none in six innings. Despite the loss, the 37-year-old ace has been strong through his first six starts for the Mets, posting a 2.92 ERA and a 0.95 WHIP while fanning 49 and walking nine in 37 innings pitched. Fantasy managers need to keep him in their starting lineups for his next home outing against Seattle to kick off the weekend. |
Source: New York Daily News - Deesha Thosar | RotoBaller.com |
Tue May 10 2022 | 09:14 | Max Scherzer Hit Hard By Phillies In Two Straight |
New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer faced the Philadelphia Phillies in each of his last two starts. He wound up going 1-1 with a quality start over the two-game stretch, but he gave up a lot of hits, including some big ones. In his first outing, he was tagged for three home runs and a total of four earned runs over six innings. In the second outing, he allowed a season-high 10 hits over six innings while being charged with three earned runs. On the bright side, he recorded 16 strikeouts over the two games and gave away only one free pass. The 37-year-old veteran still has fantastic season-long numbers with a 4-1 record to go along with a 2.92 ERA and a 0.95 WHIP. His next start will be on Saturday against the Seattle Mariners. |
Source: ESPN | RotoBaller.com |
Tue Apr 26 2022 | 00:25 | Max Scherzer Dominant In Monday's No-Decision |
New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer was at it again in Monday's 5-2 win over the Cardinals, turning in another stellar start. The 37-year-old pitched 7 scoreless innings, allowing two hits and a walk with 10 strikeouts. However, the Mets weren't able to generate any run support until the ninth inning, leaving him with a no-decision. Scherzer has shown absolutely no signs of slowing down this season and is now 3-0 with a 1.80 ERA and 33 strikeouts over 25 IP. His next start will be a middling matchup against the Phillies, but Scherzer should be in fantasy manager's lineups at all times. |
Source: MLB.com | RotoBaller.com |
Wed Apr 20 2022 | 10:10 | Max Scherzer Strikes Out 10 Giants In Tuesday's Win |
New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer was dominant in the team's 3-1 win over the San Francisco Giants in Game 2 of Tuesday's doubleheader. He pitched seven innings and allowed one hit, three walks and one earned run while striking out 10. He earned the win to improve to 3-0 on the young season. The 37-year-old is certainly off to a strong start to his Mets career. However, there are a few things to keep an eye on going forward. Through three starts, he has a 10.1% walk rate, which is nearly double his career 5.7% walk rate. Additionally, he's given up a lot of hard contact. Most notably, he's sporting a 13.2% barrel rate, which is up from 8% last year. The sample is small and the results have certainly been satisfying, but if these trends continue, we could see a few rough outings ahead for the Mets star. His fourth start of the year will come on Monday against the St. Louis Cardinals. |
Source: ESPN | RotoBaller.com |
Sun Apr 17 2022 | 11:18 | Max Scherzer Impresses Against Phillies |
New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer impressed during his second outing with the team, allowing just one run over five innings of work while earning the win. He allowed five hits and three walks while striking out seven batters. The veteran owns a .211 OBA, 1.09 WHIP, 4.63 xERA, 29.5 percent strikeout rate, and 9.1 percent walk rate. He posted fantastic metrics with the Nationals and Dodgers in 2021, earning him a three-year, $130 million deal with the Mets. Even at the age of 37, he should continue to be viewed as a top-tier pitching option in fantasy baseball leagues. |
Source: MLB.com | RotoBaller.com |
Thu Apr 7 2022 | 15:59 | Max Scherzer Gets The Green Light To Start Friday |
New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer (hamstring) is officially set to start the team's second game of the year against the Washington Nationals on Friday. The three-time Cy Young winner has been dealing with right hamstring tightness lately. However, according to Scherzer himself, he was able to pass all of the team's tests ahead of Friday's start. Friday will be the Mets debut for the 37-year-old, who pitched for the Nationals from 2015 up until last year's trade deadline. He was dominant on the mound last year with a 2.46 ERA, 0.86 WHIP and 34.1% strikeout rate. |
Source: Anthony DiComo | RotoBaller.com |
Tue Apr 5 2022 | 09:55 | Max Scherzer Says He's "Most Likely" Starting On Friday |
New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer (hamstring) has claimed that he is "most likely pitching Game 2 of the season on Friday," according to Mets beat writer Anthony DiComo. While this is certainly not official news, it sounds very encouraging at the least. Scherzer has been dealing with hamstring tightness over the past week, making his availability for the start of the season a question. What's unclear from Scherzer's statement and DiComo's report, which came in a Tweet, is who will be the Mets' Opening Day starter if Scherzer's prediction is true. Chris Bassitt would seem like the most logical option, but we should have more clear updates to follow. |
Source: Anthony DiComo | RotoBaller.com |
Sun Apr 3 2022 | 12:54 | Max Scherzer To Throw Bullpen Session Tuesday |
New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer (hamstring) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Tuesday. According to Mets manager Buck Showalter, the session will go a long way in informing the team on Scherzer's availability for the start of the season. The veteran felt right hamstring tightness late last week and he wound up being scratched from his scheduled start this past Saturday. Last year, the three-time Cy Young winner was dominant, going 15-4 with a 2.46 ERA, a 0.86 WHIP and a 34.1% strikeout rate. Scherzer stated that he doesn't believe this injury is a long-term concern, but we'd still expect it to cause him to slip a tad in fantasy drafts this week. Make sure he doesn't slip too much. If he's there in the third round, go get him. |
Source: Tim Healey | RotoBaller.com |
Sat Apr 2 2022 | 17:07 | Max Scherzer In Jeopardy For Opening Day |
New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer (hamstring) initially felt tightness in his right hamstring on Thursday and felt it again while going through his pre-start routine on Saturday before being scratched from a minor league outing. He doesn't think it's a long-term issue, but it's too soon to tell if he'll be ready for Opening Day. The Mets have perhaps the best one-two punch in baseball with Jacob deGrom and Scherzer, but neither may be on the mound on Opening Day, with deGrom out for a significant amount of time with a shoulder ailment. Scherzer, however, might not miss much time at all if he's not able to start next week. The 37-year-old three-time Cy Young winner remains a high-end fantasy ace. |
Source: The Athletic - Tim Britton | RotoBaller.com |
Sat Apr 2 2022 | 11:10 | Max Scherzer Scratched On Saturday |
New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer (hamstring) is said to be scratched from his minor league outing on Saturday only for "precautionary" reasons. Scherzer initially said his hamstring tweak wasn't serious at all, but the Mets are choosing to play it safe after they learned on Friday that starter Jacob deGrom (shoulder) will miss significant time to begin the season. Barring any further setbacks, Scherzer should take the ball on Opening Day next week against his former team, the Washington Nationals. The 37-year-old three-time Cy Young winner remained in excellent form with the Nationals and Los Angeles Dodgers in 2021 and should once again be a fantasy ace with his new team. |
Source: MLB Network - Jon Heyman | RotoBaller.com |
Sat Apr 2 2022 | 10:02 | Max Scherzer On Track To Start Saturday |
New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer (hamstring) said he is unconcerned about his hamstring "tweak" and remains on schedule to start a minor league intrasquad game on Saturday. That's a bit of good news after Mets fans discovered on Friday that Jacob deGrom (shoulder) will miss significant time to begin the season due to right shoulder inflammation. Scherzer should take the team's Opening Day start next week against his former team, the Washington Nationals, on Thursday now that deGrom is out of commission. The 37-year-old right-hander made his eighth All-Star team last year when he went 15-4 with a 2.46 ERA and 0.86 WHIP in 30 starts for the Nationals and Los Angeles Dodgers last year. Scherzer remains a top-five fantasy starter. |
Source: MLB Network - Jon Heyman | RotoBaller.com |