DUNEDIN, Fla. – Making enough progress with his thumb issues to start Saturday and seeking the type of test only big-league hitters provide, Max Scherzer will make the two-plus hour drive to Fort Myers for an outing against the Minnesota Twins.
The veteran right-hander, whose status to begin the season is uncertain because of the troublesome digit, will be among a handful of regulars on the lengthy trip during camp’s penultimate day, an atypical choice for someone of his stature.
Surprising call, John Schneider?
“For other 40-year-old future Hall of Famers, yes,” replied the Toronto Blue Jays manager. “Max Scherzer, no.”
The goal will be for Scherzer to throw 60-65 pitches and how he feels during the outing –…