Scherzer Re-signs with Blue Jays for $3M, May Miss Early Rotation

Max Scherzer, 41, has re-signed with the Blue Jays on a one-year, $3 million deal, influenced by his daughter's wish to stay in Toronto. The team may hold him out of the initial rotation, prioritizing his availability for later in the season, similar to his slow ramp-up last year due to a thumb issue. Scherzer posted a 3.77 ERA in 3 postseason starts and a 5.19 ERA over 85 innings in 2025. He appeared healthier this spring.