Washington Nationals: Max Scherzer’s case for Cooperstown

As the Washington Nationals staff ace builds on his legend, Max Scherzer is one of the best pitchers in the game. Is he destined for Cooperstown?

Max Scherzer pitched a gem Friday night for the Washington Nationals. His near-complete game and 13-strikeout performance adds to his legend.

One of a handful of pitchers to win Cy Young awards in both leagues where do his chances for the Hall of Fame stand?

If something were to end his career now, Baseball Reference’s monitors and comparisons have him fall short. Scherzer has work to do if he wants his day in Cooperstown. Given he is a healthy 32, those numbers will rise over the next few years.

Let’s start with the basics. His traditional counting…