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Despite managing to pitch 45 effective innings, Scherzer found himself on the injury list almost immediately after the game. Initial diagnoses hinted at a lat sprain, but it later became clear that complications tied to his thumb were the true culprits. The Blue Jays have now found themselves in a precarious position, potentially facing a substantial financial loss on a player who is yet to show his worth. The implications of an investment such as this are profound, as the franchise’s finances are under scrutiny.