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TORONTO, ON - OCTOBER 30: Max Scherzer #31 of the Toronto Blue Jays looks on during a workout day ahead of game six of the 2025 World Series at Rogers Centre on October 30, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images) Getty Images The Toronto Blue Jays suffered a heartbreaking World Series loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in a Game 7, which ended their year in extra innings after a postseason full of comebacks and dramatic moments. In the immediate aftermath of the game, Blue Jays players were left to reflect on what they could take away from a marathon campaign that ultimately ended in futility. But one lock for the Baseball Hall of Fame also had a major career decision to make. After joining the Blue Jays on a one-year deal, Max Scherzer struggled with some injuries before emerging as a key rotational piece in the playoffs. At age 41 and without a deal for next year in place, it has been an open question as to whether he would look to continue his career moving forward. But immediately following the Blue Jays loss, Scherzer announced that he’s already made his decision and has no plans to retire this winter. “The only thing I can say is it’s going to take some time to give a full answer to that but there is no way that was my last pitch,” Scherzer said after appearing on the mound in Game 7, according to ESPN’s Jesse Rogers. The three-time Cy Young Award winner didn’t look like his old self this year, as he posted a harsh 5.19 ERA across 17 starts during the regular season. But he seemed to unlock something when the postseason began, and he contributed with a 3.18 ERA in the American League Championship Series and a 4.15 ERA across two starts in the World Series. MORE FOR YOU Scherzer clearly relished the chance to pitch some meaningful innings in October and it seems likely that he will return on a short-term contract with a contender next season, possibly in a return to the Blue Jays. “Pitching is always in demand, so, if Scherzer does want to pitch in 2026, a team will surely offer him a contract, likely a contender,” Mike Axisa wrote for CBS Sports. “He’s still a viable mid-to-back-end starter and he’s also a great clubhouse presence.” Scherzer played on a $15 million contract with the Blue Jays this past season, but that might be a bit much to pay for his services next year. However, even with the Hall of Fame calling, the legendary hurler seems set to continue his career with a seven-figure contract somewhere. Editorial StandardsReprints & Permissions
