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Scherzer Surpasses Johnson for 3516 Ks | Odessa News
Max Scherzer just etched his name in baseball history, becoming the 10th all-time leader in career strikeouts by fanning Kyle Schwarber in a 7-5 Blue Jays win over the Phillies. At 42, Scherzer’s 3,516th strikeout vaulted him past Walter Johnson and now places him second among active pitchers—only behind Justin Verlander. With three Cy Youngs, eight All-Stars, and a career that’s defied age and doubters, this milestone underscores his legendary consistency. But the night had drama: Scherzer surrendered back-to-back homers to Turner and Harper, ending his outing with 4 Ks and a 7.25 ERA. His…
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