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Rangers' Max Scherzer leaves against Blue Jays because of triceps spasm

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Texas Rangers starting pitcher Max Scherzer, right, is checked on by pitching coach Mike Maddux, left, during sixth inning American League MLB baseball action agains the Toronto Blue Jays in Toronto on Tuesday, September 12, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette

TORONTO (AP) — Texas Rangers right-hander Max Scherzer left Tuesday night against the Blue Jays in the sixth inning because of a right triceps spasm.

The 39-year-old Scherzer, a three-time Cy Young Award winner and eight-time All-Star, allowed three hits, walked one and struck out two in 5 1/3 shutout innings.

Manager Bruce Bochy and the trainer came to the mound in the sixth after Scherzer felt discomfort on his first pitch to Bo Bichette. Following a brief discussion, a frustrated-looking Scherzer walked off the field and was replaced by right-hander José Leclerc.

Scherzer allowed a season-high seven earned runs in his previous outing, a loss last Wednesday to Houston. He was winless in four starts entering play Tuesday.

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The Associated Press

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