Blue Jays’ Free Agent Max Scherzer Strongly Linked to NL Team

Dave Litman reports on Blue Jays’ free agent Max Scherzer, covering his recent performances and prospects in Major League Baseball, including ties to the San Francisco Giants and Toronto Blue Jays.

Postseason Performance and ALCS Incident

Max Scherzer, known as Mad Max, showed flashes of his former three-time Cy Young Award-winning dominance during the recent MLB postseason. This resurgence followed a challenging September where he posted a 10.20 ERA, which led to his removal from the Blue Jays’ ALDS roster.

"In Game 4 of the ALCS, Scherzer cemented himself in Blue Jays’ lore in a memorable confrontation with manager John Schneider. Mad Max exploded at his skipper, shouting and sending him back to the dugout, refusing to come out of the game."

Despite this tense moment, Scherzer also had an outstanding World Series outing that fans will remember.

Prospects in Free Agency

ESPN insider Buster Olney reports the San Francisco Giants as Scherzer’s most probable destination in free agency. Speaking on TSN’s First Up, Olney expressed surprise if the 41-year-old future Hall of Famer does not join the Giants.

"Scherzer is very tight with Giants new manager Tony Vitello. At any time, he could say, ‘I want to go home and lock in with the family’… But after Game 7, he said, ‘Look, I can still do this’."

Summary

Max Scherzer’s postseason rebound and his potential move to the Giants highlight the enduring value and passion of this veteran pitcher as he navigates free agency.

Author’s summary: Max Scherzer bounced back in the postseason and is strongly linked to signing with the San Francisco Giants, fueled by strong personal ties and competitive drive.

Sportsnaut — 2025-11-12