Max Scherzer

Max Scherzer (9-5) allowed one run on two hits with no walks across six innings in Tuesday's win over the Cubs. He struck out six.

Fantasy Impact

Scherzer is having a Cy Young caliber season and has been exceptional over the last month. In his last six starts, the 32-year-old righty has four wins, 0.99 ERA, and 0.55 WHIP with 52 strikeouts in 44 1/3 innings. Look for another strong performance on Sunday when the Nationals face the Cardinals.

Max Scherzer carried a no-hitter into the eighth inning Wednesday in Miami but wound up taking a loss. Scherzer finished with 11 strikeouts while giving up just two hits and walking one.

Fantasy Impact

Scherzer continues to be one of the top pitchers in the game with another great performance. The 32-year-old pitcher is now 8-5 with a 2.05 ERA and a league-leading 145 strikeouts. Scherzer has been expensive in DFS formats but he is usually worth the price with his outstanding outings.

Max Scherzer (8-4) struck out 10 over eight innings Friday, allowing one run on four hits and two walks, in a 7-2 win over the Mets.

Fantasy Impact

Scherzer once again is one of the top starters in baseball as well as fantasy. The 32-year-old ace now has a 2.26 ERA and 0.84 WHIP along with 134 strikeouts over 99 2/3 innings. Scherzer will next take the mound Wednesday in Miami.

Max Scherzer threw 7 1/3 innings of two run ball against the Texas Rangers. Scherzer struck out 10, walked one, and gave up three hits. Scherzer was stuck with the loss in this one as he exited with his team trailing by one before bullpen issues extended the deficit.

Fantasy Impact

Scherzer is striking out nearly six batter per every walk allowed in addition to his sparkling 2.36 ERA. Scherzer is a true ace and now has four consecutive starts in which he has double digit strikeout totals. Be thankful to own him if he is on your team.

Max Scherzer threw seven innings of one run ball (unearned) against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday night. Scherzer only walked two batters in comparison to his 14 strikeouts. This start dipped Scherzer's ERA on the season to 2.35.

Fantasy Impact

Set it and forget it. Max Scherzer is a dominant starter and should be untouchable as a fantasy asset in whatever format your league is. Scherzer has 38 strikeouts and four walks in his last 24 2/3 innings of work. Continue reaping the benefits of Scherzer's elite skills and ability to earn wins as a part of the Washington Nationals.