NY Mets: Something is seriously wrong with Max Scherzer
By Mark Powell
New York Mets ace Max Scherzer was scratched from his scheduled start with a neck injury. It’s official — something is wrong with Scherzer.
Max Scherzer’s injury history is a complicated one. The fact he’s lasted this long without significant strain, especially as he ages, is rather miraculous. That stretch could be coming to an end, however, as Scherzer was scratched from Tuesday’s scheduled start with a neck spasms.
New York recalled left-handed pitcher David Peterson from Triple-A to make the spot start for Scherzer. It’s unclear if an injured list stint is upcoming for the Mets ace.
It’s been a disappointing start to the season for Scherzer. He gave up eight earned runs over his first two outings. Then, just as he was getting it together, Scherzer was ejected and suspended for using a banned substance, something he fought against.
Though he returned last Wednesday against the Detroit Tigers, his former team, he gave up six earned runs in less than four innings of work.
Max Scherzer injury history: Should Mets be concerned?
The 38-year-old doesn’t have a history of neck injuries, but he has spent time on the IL in recent seasons. In fact, just last September he was forced to miss 6-8 weeks with a hamstring issue.
When New York lost Jacob deGrom to the Texas Rangers, fans assumed their tough injury luck was behind them. deGrom himself as once again struggled to stay healthy in Arlington, but that hasn’t rid the Mets of their problems, as well. Both Justin Verlander and Scherzer have missed significant time. Of course, some of that might come with having co-aces who are both above the age of 37.
For now, New York will have to ride out Scherzer’s injury timeline shorthanded. Thankfully, Verlander is back in the fold for now.
Better these injuries occur in May than October, right?
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