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With another stellar season, Mets' Max Scherzer could face opt-out
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Scherzer Says He 'Fell in Love Immediately' With Mets
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Max Scherzer believes not just in Mets' money, but chance to
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Former Dodgers pitcher Max Scherzer agrees to deal with Mets - Los
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REPORT: Mets Finalizing Richest AAV Deal in MLB History with Max
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Report: Max Scherzer, Mets Nearing Multiyear Contract; NYM's Offer
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Max Scherzer's massive contract proves that his big bet paid off
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Why did the Mets trade Max Scherzer? Team's poor season, pitcher's
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