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Scherzer waits on retirement decision
Max Scherzer says he’ll decide on retirement after next season.
In brief
Max Scherzer says he’ll decide on retirement after next season. Max Scherzer will wait until the offseason to decide whether to retire, prioritizing health and family over immediate choices. Originally reported by Mlb.
Scherzer’s current stance
Scherzer says he’s not ready to decide on retirement yet.
“I’m going to make this decision about playing next year later in the offseason”
Why he’s still playing
Scherzer feels healthy and wants to pitch in final game.
“I’ve gotten to the point where I’m pretty healthy”
His future plans
Scherzer wants to coach kids in multiple sports.
“He’s passionate about young kids playing sports, not just specializing”
What he’s chasing
Scherzer aims for Hall of Fame with 3,550 strikeouts.
“He’s ninth all-time in strikeouts (3,550)”
His last game
Scherzer will pitch Sunday with kids nearby.
“It gives me a chance to pitch in front of my kids one more time”
What happens next
Scherzer decides on retirement after next season.
“I really don’t have any expectations of what happens”
What to remember
Max Scherzer will wait until the offseason to decide whether to retire, prioritizing health and family over immediate choices.
