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Max Scherzer - Wikipedia
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New York Mets 2022 Season Preview: Plan With Caution – The Fordham Ram
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Scherzer roughed up by Astros in return from injury, leaving with 5-run deficit in loss to Astros
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How the MLB playoff bracket took shape - The Athletic
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MLB playoffs: Jacob deGrom can save Mets on Saturday, Game 1 takeaways
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How the $445 million Mets crashed and burned - The Athletic
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Max Scherzer (side discomfort) is Mets' most important player
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2022 MLB Playoffs: Mets complete 10-day disaster with Game 3 wild-card loss
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Mets lose NL Wild Card Game 1 2022