Max Scherzer Agrees to 1-Year, $3M Deal with Blue Jays

The veteran pitcher returns to Toronto on a short-term contract.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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According to a source, veteran pitcher Max Scherzer has agreed to a one-year, $3 million contract with the Toronto Blue Jays. Scherzer previously played for the Blue Jays in 2026 before signing with the team again.

Why it matters

Scherzer is a future Hall of Famer who has had a storied career, winning multiple Cy Young Awards. His return to the Blue Jays on a short-term deal provides the team with an experienced and talented arm to bolster their pitching rotation as they aim to compete for a playoff spot.

The details

The 41-year-old Scherzer has agreed to a one-year, $3 million contract with the Blue Jays, according to a source familiar with the deal. Scherzer previously played for the Blue Jays in 2026 before signing elsewhere as a free agent.

  • Scherzer agreed to the one-year, $3 million contract with the Blue Jays on February 26, 2026.

The players

Max Scherzer

A veteran pitcher who has won multiple Cy Young Awards and is considered a future Hall of Famer.

Toronto Blue Jays

A Major League Baseball team based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

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What they’re saying

“Max Scherzer is a proven winner and his addition to our rotation will be a huge boost as we look to make a playoff push this season.”

— Ross Atkins, General Manager, Toronto Blue Jays (Blue Jays press release)

What’s next

Scherzer is expected to report to Blue Jays spring training in the coming days to prepare for the 2026 MLB season.

The takeaway

Scherzer's short-term deal with the Blue Jays demonstrates the team's commitment to fielding a competitive roster and their belief that the veteran pitcher still has something left in the tank to help them reach the postseason.