Max Scherzer struggles with strikeouts in loss to Padres
by Chris Schommer | Rangers Correspondent | Fri, Jul 5th 8:35am EDT
Max Scherzer endured a tough outing in the Rangers' 3-1 loss to the Padres on Thursday.
Fantasy Impact:
He allowed three earned runs on six hits and one walk while striking out only three over 6 1/3 innings. This performance marks a deviation from his otherwise stellar early-season stats, including a 2.70 ERA and 0.84 WHIP. Scherzer's decreased strikeout rate of 5.9 K/9 this season is becoming a concerning trend for fantasy managers, especially when paired with a 4.04 FIP that suggests his low ERA might not be sustainable. His ability to limit walks and hits remains a strong point, but fantasy managers should monitor his strikeout numbers closely, as his reduced ability to miss bats could impact his fantasy value significantly moving forward.
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