Scherzer throws five shutout innings as Blue Jays top Twins 2-1 in pre-season play

By Canadian Press on March 20, 2026.

FORT MYERS — Max Scherzer threw five shutout innings to lead the Toronto Blue Jays to a 2-1 pre-season win over the Minnesota Twins on Friday at Lee Health Sports Complex.

The veteran right-hander gave up two hits and two walks while striking out three. He threw 53 of his 73 pitches for strikes.

Josh Kasevich had two doubles and drove in a run for the Blue Jays (11-13).

Davis Schneider and Nathan Lukes also chipped in with two hits apiece.

The Twins (8-17) halved the deficit in the ninth inning when RJ Schreck scored on a Jayson Bass double.

Lazaro Estrada earned his first save by picking off Yilber Herrera at second base to end the game.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published March 20, 2026.

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