The Blue Jays’ Game 1 lineup against Baltimore lists Max Scherzer as the starting pitcher and Vladimir Guerrero at first base, batting second. Chris Bassitt is listed as the Orioles’ starter.
The post says Toronto was discussing using Scherzer on short rest. Its author speculates that could help him pass Justin Verlander for eighth on the all-time strikeout list; Verlander is 10 ahead. The author also wonders whether this will be Scherzer’s final MLB start or if he might pitch another season.
Yohendrick Pinango, Chase Lee, CJ Van Eyk and John Klein were with the team, and the post says one or more could be active for Game 2. The author considered Van Eyk the likeliest because he could provide the most innings, and said Pinango’s availability depended on Bateman’s status.
