When the 2024 season ended, the Toronto Blue Jays pitching starting rotation had at least one, if not more areas where they could improve. Led by Kevin Gausman, Chris Bassitt, and Jose Bérrios, the competition for the back end was between Bowden Francis and Yariel Rodriguez. Going into 2025, the Blue Jays decided to add a pitcher to that mix when they signed Max Scherzer to a one-year deal.
Despite being 40 years old, adding Scherzer seemed like a solid fit. Scherzer is a three time Cy Young award winner and an eight-time All-Star.