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Scherzer roughed up by Astros in return from injury, leaving with
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St. Louis' Max Scherzer 'can't wait' to pitch in ALCS as he nears
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Scherzer roughed up by Astros in return from injury, leaving with
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Tuesday MLB playoffs: Phillies take 2-0 lead on D'backs; Scherzer
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MLB notebook: Rangers acquire Max Scherzer from Mets
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Mad Max returns for Rangers after month away with chance to put
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Mad Max returns for Rangers after month away with chance to put
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Houston Astros abuse and destroy Max Scherzer
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Max Scherzer's Citi return is a sobering Mets reminder
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As Max Scherzer returns to mound for Game 3, Rangers don't need
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Max Scherzer Frustratingly Exits Game Against Toronto With Injury
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Rangers to start RHP Max Scherzer in Game 3
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Rangers' Max Scherzer returns to the mound after five week absence