Scherzer to Get Shoulder Checked in Texas

Max Scherzer, the Texas Rangers pitcher, is set to return to Texas for an evaluation of his fatigued right shoulder, as confirmed by general manager Chris Young. Scherzer has struggled this season, making only eight starts and posting a record of 2-4 with a 3.89 ERA. His recent performance has been concerning, particularly during his last outing against the St. Louis Cardinals, where he allowed three runs in just four innings before being placed back on the injured list. Manager Bruce Bochy noted that Scherzer's arm showed signs of fatigue, particularly in his triceps, during the game. Despite Scherzer's insistence that he could manage the situation without needing to go on the injured list, the team has decided to take a more cautious approach. Scherzer's return to the injured list follows a challenging recovery from offseason back surgery, which he resumed on June 23. In addition to Scherzer's situation, fellow pitcher Nathan Eovaldi also faced health concerns, exiting his start in a doubleheader against the Yankees due to right side tightness. Young indicated that while Eovaldi is feeling better, the team is considering pushing back his next start to ensure his health. Eovaldi has been a key player for the Rangers, boasting an 8-6 record and a 3.75 ERA this season, and was instrumental during the team's championship run.