Veteran pitcher Max Scherzer's behavior caused a lot of talk during the Toronto Blue Jays' 8-2 win Thursday night in Seattle, but his manager John Schneider chose to laugh about it late in the game.
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“I thought he was going to kill me, it was fantastic,” Schneider commented at a press conference. He looked me straight in the eyes as soon as I started walking. [vers le monticule].”
Scherzer, 41, wasn't laughing in the bottom of the fifth inning when his manager visited him on the mound to remove him from the game as usual. A short heated discussion ensued and the gunner convinced Schneider to keep him in the game.
“There are statistics, forecasts, strategies, and also the human side,” the manager explained. I trust people, and at this point I took into account the conversations that were happening earlier in the year and believed that he would continue with his presentation.”
In his personality
During the confrontation, Schneider encountered the force of a man nicknamed “Mad Max.”
“I like it,” the coach assured. When a player goes into the arena to perform and he does well, I believe he will continue.
“What you have to remember is that Mad Max has its own personality and is authentic,” Schneider added. He backed up his words with actions and got the job done.”
Scherzer ultimately allowed two runs in five and two-thirds innings.
“I knew how I wanted to approach the next batter,” Scherzer commented about the verbal altercation with his manager. Then suddenly I saw Schneider coming out and I said, “No, I'm not quitting.” I felt so good. We talked for a while and I mentioned that I wanted to stay, adding a few words.”
Pete Walker pushed
Earlier in the match, pitching instructor Pete Walker became a victim of Mad Max's behavior.
Returning to the bench after the third round, he pushed him lightly without responding. Let's just say that with another win in our pocket to tie this American League Championship Series 2-2 against the Mariners, it's a lot easier to give up.
