Overview
- Scherzer threw a bullpen session Monday in Dunedin and is slated to throw again Wednesday, with manager John Schneider saying an exhibition outing could come next weekend.
- Toronto announced a one-year deal guaranteed at $3 million with up to $10 million available in performance bonuses, including inning-based milestones.
- To clear a 40-man roster spot, the Blue Jays waived infielder Ben Cowles, who was claimed by the Cubs.
- Coaches and club planning indicate early rotation adjustments, including Eric Lauer trending toward a long-relief role and a possible six-man look under consideration.
- Scherzer went 5-5 with a 5.19 ERA over 17 starts last season and made three postseason starts, including 4 1/3 innings of one-run ball in World Series Game 7.