Max Scherzer has agreed to join the Toronto Blue Jays on a one-year, $15.5 million contract for the 2025 season. The three-time Cy Young Award winner and future Hall of Famer brings veteran leadership and experience to the Blue Jays’ pitching rotation, despite coming off an injury-plagued 2024 season.

Key Details of the Signing

• Contract: One-year, $15.5 million
• Age: 40 years old (turning 41 in July)
• Previous Team: Texas Rangers

2024 Season Performance
Scherzer was limited to just nine starts in 2024 due to multiple injuries, including:

• Back surgery
• Shoulder fatigue
• Hamstring strain

Despite the challenges, he maintained a respectable 3.95 ERA in 43 1/3 innings, striking out 40 batters. His fastball velocity dropped to 92.5 mph, the lowest of his career, but he remains confident in his ability to compete at a high level.

Career Highlights

• Three-time Cy Young Award winner
• Eight-time All-Star
• Two World Series rings
• Nearly 3,000 innings pitched with a 3.16 career ERA

The Blue Jays hope Scherzer can provide veteran mentorship and potentially solid performance to their pitching staff, adding depth to their rotation for the 2025 season. While his best days may be behind him, Scherzer’s wealth of experience could be invaluable to the young Blue Jays team