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One potential avenue the Blue Jays could consider is the release of Scherzer. This might seem like a harsh move, yet it carries its own logic: releasing him would relieve the team of management distractions associated with an underperforming player. There would still be financial implications in terms of workman’s comp, but alleviating the pressure of healing a player who may never return to form could be beneficial.
It's essential to note the clubhouse dynamic and public image that Scherzer brings. His involvement in high-stakes negotiations during the Collective Bargaining Agreement raised eyebrows, and now, the 40-year-old pitcher struggling to perform or even maintain a pitch count is a substantial distraction.