A true veteran's comeback! Max Scherzer's masterful performance has the Toronto Blue Jays back in the game, tying the ALCS against the Seattle Mariners. But here's where it gets interesting...Scherzer, at 41, defied age and expectations with a dominant display, leading his team to an 8-2 victory.
The Blue Jays, after a slow start, have found their groove, outscoring the Mariners 21-6 in Seattle. Vladimir Guerrero Jr., a force to be reckoned with, hit his fifth homer this postseason, while Giménez's four RBIs, including a two-run homer, were crucial.
And this is the part most people miss... Scherzer's experience shone through. In his 500th major league start, he became the oldest pitcher to start a postseason game in recent memory. Despite yielding a solo homer, he settled in, striking out Randy Arozarena with a curveball, a pitch he used to great effect, tying his career-high with six whiffs.
The Blue Jays' offense, a force in itself, continued its momentum from Game 3, adding runs consistently. George Springer's RBI double and Guerrero's opposite-field homer extended their lead. Giménez's two-run single in the eighth sealed the deal, providing much-needed insurance.
Now, with the series tied at 2-2, Game 5 promises to be a thriller. Kevin Gausman, a two-time All-Star, faces Bryce Miller, who has an impressive 2.61 ERA in this postseason.
So, who do you think will take the series? Is age just a number for Scherzer, or will the younger pitchers prevail? Let's discuss in the comments!
