Scherzer vs. Bassitt: Blue Jays’ Pitching Duel at Rogers Centre
At 7:07 PM EDT, the Rogers Centre will witness a duel that’s less about the scoreboard and more about who can keep the other team guessing. Max Scherzer, the 31‑year‑old right‑hander who’s been throwing 6‑to‑7‑hour outings with a 6.03 ERA, is up against Chris Bassitt, the 40‑shirted lefty who’s posted a 4.96 ERA and a 1.58 WHIP. The Orioles, whose pitching staff sits at 4.15 ERA and a .234 average, are hoping Henderson’s day‑to‑day status and Luis Robert Jr.’s 10‑day IL won’t derail their plans.