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New York Mets announce Max Scherzer will start Opening Day, Justin Verlander for home opener

Since the blockbuster signing of Justin Verlander this offseason, one looming question was who would start on Opening Day for the New York Mets. With Verlander joining Max Scherzer, the Mets have two aces who, together, form one of the best one-two punches amongst all starting pitching staffs in Major League Baseball.

New York Mets will start Max Scherzer Opening Day, Justin Verlander for the home opener:

Earlier today, it was reported by Mike Puma of the New York Post that Scherzer will be the Mets’ Opening Day starter for the 2023 regular season.