Max Scherzer Eyes Return as Rangers Monitor Rehab Progress
Former Cy Young award winner Max Scherzer’s journey back to the major league mound continues. After offseason back surgery, Scherzer recently threw 52 pitches in a minor league rehab start.
While giving up three runs on five hits, Scherzer’s physical response remains the focus. “I feel good physically,” Scherzer told the Dallas Morning News. “I still felt like I had something in the tank to go out there and do that.”
Umpire Scrutiny and Scherzer’s Proposed Solution
As Scherzer adapts to rehab, he also voiced concerns about umpiring in Major League Baseball. He suggests implementing a regulatory system to monitor umpire performance.
“We need to rank the umpires,” Scherzer stated. “Let the electronic strike zone rank the umpires. We need to have a conversation about the bottom – let’s call it 10% – and talk about relegating those umpires to the minor leagues.”
Minor League Automated Strike Zone
Scherzer highlights the automated strike zone already present in the minor leagues. By utilizing this technology, umpires can be evaluated and potentially demoted to the minors for consistent accuracy issues.
Scherzer’s Potential MLB Return
Scherzer is likely to make another minor league start before rejoining the Rangers. His return will depend on his physical recovery and the results of his rehab outings.
Umpire Issues in the Spotlight
Scherzer’s proposal comes amidst ongoing scrutiny of umpires. Several high-profile incidents have sparked criticism of their accuracy in calling pitches.
Texas Rangers and Scherzer’s Recovery
The Texas Rangers remain focused on Scherzer’s health and progress. His return will provide a significant boost to the team’s pitching rotation, adding depth and experience to their lineup.
Data sourced from: foxnews.com
