3-time Cy Young winner Max Scherzer set for first rehab start after back surgery

Max Scherzer is set to make a minor league rehab start for Triple-A Round Rock. The start will be the first game action for the 39-year-old Texas Rangers right-hander since back surgery. Three-time Cy Young Award winner Scherzer underwent back surgery during the offseason.

Rangers pitcher Max Scherzer is recovering from offseason back surgery. Manager Bruce Bochy says he expects Scherzer to begin a minor league rehab assignment. Scherzer has been sidelined with back surgery since the end of the season. The Giants manager says Scherzer will be ready for a return to full health.

Max Scherzer appears ahead of schedule in return to Rangers from back surgery. Scherzer says he has turned a corner in rehabilitation from surgery. Texas Rangers say Scherzer is ready to make his return to the team after a year on the mend. The Nationals pitcher says he is looking forward to a full recovery from the injury.

Max Scherzer may not be placed on the 60-day injured list to start the season. Texas Rangers general manager Chris Young says Scherzer is progressing well and could be back in the near future. The Rangers say Scherzer could be ready for the start of the season sooner than later.