Max Scherzer pitched seven innings for the Toronto Blue Jays as they defeated the Cincinnati Reds 5-1 in the final game of the season for both teams, neither of which will make the playoffs, according to Yahoo Sports.
Reports describe the outing as a possible final start of Scherzer's career. According to the New York Post, Scherzer fought with his manager to stay on the mound after pushing himself to his limit. Fox Sports reported that Scherzer initially refused to leave the game and received an ovation.
Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona gave Scherzer high praise following the start, according to Yahoo Sports.
The Toronto Sun described the outing as a strong performance capping a Hall of Fame career.
How each side covered it
Center
- Yahoo Sports reported that Terry Francona praised Scherzer after the game.
- Noted the game marked the season finale for both non-playoff teams.
“Max Scherzer Gets High Praise From Reds' Terry Francona” — Yahoo Sports
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- The New York Post reported Scherzer fought with his manager to stay on the mound after pushing himself to his limit.
- Fox Sports reported Scherzer initially refused to leave the game and received an ovation.
- The Toronto Sun framed the outing as a strong finish to a Hall of Fame career.
“Max Scherzer fights manager off the mound after pushing himself to limit in possible final MLB start” — New York Post
Questions readers ask
What happened in Max Scherzer's start against the Reds?
Max Scherzer pitched seven innings for the Toronto Blue Jays as they beat the Cincinnati Reds 5-1 on the final day of the regular season, according to Yahoo Sports.
Was this Max Scherzer's last MLB start?
Multiple outlets describe it as a possible final career start, though none confirm Scherzer has officially retired.
Did Max Scherzer want to leave the game?
According to Fox Sports, Scherzer initially refused to leave the mound and received an ovation from fans.
What did Terry Francona say about Scherzer?
Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona gave Scherzer high praise after the game, according to Yahoo Sports.
Sources · 4 outlet reports
- Yahoo SportsCenterReds lose as supporting cast in Max Scherzer's possible career finale
- Fox SportsRight-leaningMad Max's Curtain Call? Scherzer Gets Ovation After Initially Refusing To Leave
- New York PostRight-leaningMax Scherzer fights manager off the mound after pushing himself to limit in possible final MLB start
- Toronto SunRight-leaningMax Scherzer spins gem in what could be the final start of his Hall of Fame career