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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Max Scherzer, 41-year-old veteran pitcher for the Toronto Blue Jays, has been on the 15-day injured list since April 27 with right forearm tendinitis and left ankle inflammation. He received a cortisone shot in his forearm and subsequently a second cortisone shot in his right thumb. Despite a clean MRI, Scherzer reports frustration with lingering symptoms, describing the situation as "confusing as heck." He is progressing through rehab with bullpen sessions and may face batters this week. His 2026 season performance has been poor (1-3, 9.24 ERA in 5 starts), and he is 41 years old heading into the season.
Strengths
- + Clean MRI results suggest no structural damage
- + Progressing through rehab protocol with bullpen sessions
- + Experienced veteran with Hall of Fame credentials
- + Manager optimistic about potential return
- + Cortisone shots addressing multiple inflammation sites
Weaknesses
- - Persistent forearm tendinitis despite clean MRI
- - Multiple cortisone injections required (forearm and thumb)
- - Thumb issues plagued him throughout 2025 season
- - Poor early season performance (1-3, 9.24 ERA)
- - Age 41 with recurring injury concerns
- - Mysterious lingering symptoms despite clean imaging
- - Extended IL stay beyond initial 15-day minimum
- - Left ankle inflammation complicating recovery
Injury Status: IL-15 -- Right forearm tendinitis with left ankle inflammation; also developed right thumb inflammation requiring cortisone injection. Clean MRI but persistent symptoms causing frustration.
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Matt Scheffler is a catcher for the Chicago Cubs.
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