Max Scherzer Health, Injury Updates & History

Recently added to the 60-day IL after a setback during his rehab assignment due to a right arm nerve issue extending to his right triceps. He underwent cortisone and Botox injections to his shoulder and neck area on May 9.

Slated to pitch in Game 3 of the World Series but unlikely to pitch more than 5 innings given the lack of time to build his arm back up - cut on his pitching thumb is not a concern for effectiveness - missed a month starting in mid-September with a teres major strain but started Games 3 and 7 of the ALCS – allowed 7 ERs in 6.2 innings against the Astros

Slated to pitch in Game 3 of the World Series but unlikely to pitch more than 5 innings given the lack of time to build his arm back up - missed a month starting in mid-September with a teres major strain but started Games 3 and 7 of the ALCS – allowed 7 ERs in 6.2 innings against the Astros

Unclear when he will pitch in the World Series - missed a month with a teres major strain but started Games 3 and 7 – allowed 7 ERs in 6.2 innings against the Astros

Will start Game 3 after throwing 68 pitches in a sim game - likely to go 5 innings or less as he's been out since mid-September with a teres major strain

On ALCS roster despite missing time since mid-September with a teres major strain - likely available out of the bullpen

Is expected to miss the rest of the season including postseason due to a teres major strain suffered 9/12, the Rangers said they haven't ruled him out entirely as they head for a potential first round bye which in theory gives him extra time - although started playing catch will be very difficult for him to return regardless if the Rangers secure a bye

Will miss rest of regular season with teres major strain - big blow to a Texas rotation that is without deGrom as well

Scratched from Tuesday's start with neck spasms - has reportedly been pitching through soreness in his back "south" of scapula - may require IL stint to heal both issues because they didn't resolve during 10-game suspension

Scratched from Tuesday's start with neck spasms - has reportedly been pitching through soreness in his back "south" of scapula - neither issue should keep him out long