Since joining the Nationals in 2015, Scherzer has tossed at least eight innings in three of his four starts against the Orioles. This season, Scherzer is off to an incredible start, winning eight of nine decisions with a 2.13 ERA over 71 2/3 innings.
The rookie has been a bright spot for the Orioles and is coming off his best start yet. Hess tossed 6 2/3 scoreless innings against the Rays for his second win in three games.