Availability
Blue Jays right-hander Max Scherzer (forearm/ankle) has been activated from the injured list and will start Wednesday's game against the Phillies.
Fantasy Impact
Scherzer has been sidelined since hitting the IL on April 27, but will return for a tough matchup at home against the Phillies on Wednesday. The veteran struggled mightily to begin the season, posting a 9.64 ERA on the back of a sky-high 3.38 HR/9 through five starts before hitting the shelf.
Max Scherzer will return from the injured list for the Blue Jays on Wednesday.
Fantasy Impact
Scherzer was able to throw a bullpen over the weekend after concluding his rehab assignment. Toronto is getting both him and Dylan Cease back in its starting rotation this week.
Max Scherzer threw a bullpen session on Sunday.
Fantasy Impact
Scherzer is tracking towards a return from the injured list this upcoming week.
Max Scherzer threw 73 pitches over 3 2/3 innings in a rehab start on Friday.
Fantasy Impact
Scherzer allowed three runs on five hits with five strikeouts and one walk. There should be an update by early next week on the next steps for him.
Max Scherzer will make his next rehab start for Triple-A Buffalo on Friday.
Fantasy Impact
Scherzer will continue on his rehab assignment. If all goes well, he could be activated by mid-June.