Max Scherzer is off the free-agent market after sealing a deal with the Toronto Blue Jays. The veteran pitcher has added one more year to his spectacular career. Scherzer is a two-time World Series winner and is excited to be in Toronto.
Several pitchers remain free agents, but Scherzer’s outstanding experience has given him a deal. The three-time Cy Young Award winner will sign a one-year $15.5 million contract with the team. Some MLB fans believe the deal is too high, considering his age. Not all pitchers find a team at the age of 40, but Scherzer and Justin Verlander are exceptional.
The rumors of Scherzer joining the Blue Jays were true. MLB fans took to social media to react to Max Scherzer’s signing.
Right-hander Max Scherzer and the Toronto Blue Jays are in agreement on a one-year, $15.5 million contract, sources tell ESPN. The Blue Jays have been interested in Scherzer for weeks now, and the deal for him to join their rotation is done. First on the news was @JonHeyman.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) January 30, 2025
Here’s a look at some fan reactions on X.
“Pete Alonso should get Max’s agent,” wrote one fan.
Pete Alonso should get Max’s agent
— Blake Levine (@blake_levine) January 30, 2025
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“Massive overpay, how desperate of them,” another fan wrote.
massive overpay, how desperate of them
— proud ranger fan (@RangerApologist) January 30, 2025
“Any word on if the 15.5 Mil includes the walker he will need to get around the stadium?” one fan asked.
Any word on if the 15.5 Mil includes the walker he will need to get around the stadium?
— Joe M (@jFudgy_) January 30, 2025
“$15.5M for Max Scherzer in the big ’25?” Another fan asked.
$15.5M for Max Scherzer in the big '25?
— Knicks Memes (@KnicksMemes) January 30, 2025
15.5m for 40 year old 😭😭😭
— BINK🎯 (@therealbink1) January 30, 2025
this management group is a complete disaster!!!
— Phil Doucet (@TheReelPhilD) January 30, 2025
Washed
— Matt Goodman (@chefmattg17) January 30, 2025
Promising young player
— Mike (@ChiSoxFanMike) January 30, 2025
Max Scherzer Faces A Career-Defining Crossroads
Scherzer is probably at the end of his career, and his 2025 season will be career-defining. It’s hard for teams to pursue pitchers beyond a certain age, especially if they struggle with their performance. The Blue Jays need an experienced arm like Scherzer, but his injuries have put him down over the past few years.
This could probably be his last year in the league, or he could make it to another year, just like how Verlander did. If injuries stay away from Scherzer, he could be a dominant pitcher for the Blue Jays.
Max Scherzer’s performance will play a crucial role for the Blue Jays. Moreover, a strong record in 2025 could lead to a contract extension for a year or two. Apart from Scherzer, rumors of Dylan Cease moving to an NL Central team seem to be catching up.
