Articles by Seth Carlson,Yardbarker

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Max Scherzer shuts down any retirement speculation following World Series defeat

Max Scherzer isn't ready to retire from MLB just yet That said, there will still be lingering questions about Scherzer's stamina over a grueling 162-game campaign. His playoff performance could conceivably persuade a pitching-needy club that he's got some nastiness left in the tank despite the subpar regular-season results and his health in 2025. It's hard to ignore the decorated pitcher's competitive drive and penchant for winning. All but one of the teams Scherzer has played for during his career have made the postseason. Perhaps he returns to Toronto, where the Blue Jays should expect to need pitching depth again next year. However, don't expect a litany of suitors for Scherzer, at least not while better pitching upgrades exist on both the free agency and trade fronts. Wherever Scherzer ends up next season, one thing remains true: His path to Cooperstown remains a straight one. It's just a matter of delaying the inevitable at this point.