The Toronto Blue Jays have been eagerly awaiting Max Scherzer’s impact on the team after they signed the veteran ace to a one-year, $15.5 million deal in February. His debut on March 29 against the Baltimore Orioles was promising—yet cut short after just three innings due to lingering thumb inflammation, followed by a placement on the injured list.

The Toronto Blue Jays’ starting rotation has been treading water since day four of the 2025 season, dating back to March 29th. That’s the last time Max Scherzer pitched in a Blue Jays uniform, and the club has been cobbling it together ever since.

Max Scherzer is nearing a return from injury to the Blue Jays rotation after a dominant rehab start for the Triple-A Buffalo Bisons.