Toronto Blue Jays Land Max Scherzer On One-Year, $15.5 Million Deal: Breaking Down Winners And Losers

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Future Hall of Famer Max Scherzer has found his fifth team in as many seasons. The three-time Cy Young Award winner has signed a one-year, $15.5 million deal with the Toronto Blue Jays, adding depth to a rotation that already features Kevin Gausman, José Berríos, and Chris Bassitt. Let’s examine the five winners and losers from this signing.

Winner: Max Scherzer

Max Scherzer, Toronto Blue Jays
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Winner: Toronto Blue Jays

Toronto Blue Jays
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Loser: New York Yankees

New York Yankees
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Loser: New York Mets

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Winner: 2025 MLB Trade Deadline

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