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Toronto Blue Jays offer significant update on Max Scherzer

Originally posted on Blue Jays Insider | By Victor Bowman | Last updated Mar 20, 2025 12:14 PM ET

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Max Scherzer has been dealing with a thumb injury over the last week and the team announced some significant progress on Thursday morning.

Scherzer has been out since last week with a thumb injury that has been lingering since last season. It seems to be linked to some nerve issues, which is why the Blue Jays are taking their time.

The Blue Jays announce update regarding Max Scherzer's recovery

The Blue Jays have been cautious with Scherzer's recovery process as they do not want to rush things too quickly. At the same time, the team needs him to be ready for Opening Day since they do not have any real backup options.

According to reporter Hazel Mae, Blue Jays manager John Schneider stated that Scherzer is set to throw Thursday in practice. If everything goes well he will enter a game this weekend.

This is great news for the Blue Jays as they need Scherzer back due to lack of starting-pitching depth. If they need a replacement to start the season, Toronto will be in serious trouble.

Hopefully everything goes well on the mound Thurday and this weekend, but as manager John Schneider stated, it will all come down to how he feels the following day.

This article first appeared on Blue Jays Insider and was syndicated with permission.

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