Max Scherzer Health, Injury Updates & History

Scherzer threw 50 pitches over three innings in a simulated game with Single-A Dunedin on Sunday, Sc...

The Blue Jays transferred Scherzer from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day IL on Monday as he's been dealing with a thumb injury, Scherzer has been throwing off a mound and seems to be trending up as he works his way back from right thumb inflammation, but he still has multiple checkpoints to reach in his recovery process

Has been dealing with a thumb injury and is scheduled to meet with a doctor on Wednesday after throwing on consecutive days, Scherzer experienced renewed soreness in his thumb after throwing late last week, but after a brief shutdown, the right-hander was able to start playing catch again

Scheduled to start the Sept 14 game against the Mariners after missing over a month due to right shoulder fatigue.

Added to the 15-day IL due to right shoulder fatigue after throwing 68 pitches on July 30. The earliest he could return is Aug. 15 however the Rangers will likely be cautious with his return.

Returned from IL to start on June 23 against the Royals throwing 5 innings then was removed with thumb soreness. Back and right thumb injuries have delayed his start to the season so he will be closely monitored as he builds up his pitch count.

Returning from IL to start on June 23 against the Royals. Back and right thumb injuries have delayed his start to the season so he will be closely monitored as he builds up his pitch count.

Will return from the IL this week after back and right thumb injuries have delayed his start to the season. Expected to start against the Royals on Saturday,

Threw four scoreless innings in a rehab start on June 9 after experiencing a setback in his recovery in late April.

Moved to the 60-day IL further pushing his season debut. Pulled from scheduled rehab start due to right thumb soreness, later diagnosed as a nerve issue extending to his right triceps. While the earliest activation date for Scherzer is now set for May 28, his readiness to pitch this season remains uncertain.