Childhood and Education Journey of Max Scherzer in Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Max Scherzer. From birth to education, explore key events.

Max Scherzer, nicknamed "Mad Max," is a highly decorated MLB pitcher currently with the Toronto Blue Jays. He is renowned for his intensity and exceptional performance, highlighted by eight All-Star selections and three Cy Young Awards. Scherzer has pitched two no-hitters and secured World Series titles with both the Washington Nationals (2019) and Texas Rangers (2023). He has previously played for the Arizona Diamondbacks, Detroit Tigers, Los Angeles Dodgers, and New York Mets. Scherzer is a right-handed starting pitcher known for his competitiveness and accomplishments.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

July 27, 1984: Maxwell Scherzer Born

On July 27, 1984, Maxwell Martin Scherzer, later nicknamed "Mad Max", was born. He is now a professional baseball pitcher.

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2003: Drafted by St. Louis Cardinals

In 2003, Marty Maier, then the Cardinals' scouting director, selected him in the 43rd round (1,291st overall) of the Major League Baseball (MLB) draft. However, he did not sign and instead attended the University of Missouri in Columbia.

2005: Big 12 Pitcher of the Year

In 2005, Max Scherzer won the Big 12 Pitcher of the Year Award while playing for the University of Missouri, recognizing his outstanding performance in college baseball.

June 12, 2011: Detroit Tigers distributed a bobblehead doll depicting Scherzer

On June 12, 2011, the Detroit Tigers distributed a bobblehead doll depicting Max Scherzer with heterochromia iridum correctly portrayed.

January 9, 2012: Inducted into University of Missouri Hall of Fame

On January 9, 2012, Max Scherzer was inducted into the University of Missouri Intercollegiate Athletics Hall of Fame, honoring his achievements as a college athlete.

2012: Death of Alex Scherzer

In 2012, Max Scherzer's younger brother, Alex, died by suicide. Since Alex's death, Scherzer has dedicated every start to his late brother.

November 2013: Marriage to Erica May

After dating for more than eight years, Max Scherzer married Erica May in November 2013.

November 29, 2017: Birth of first daughter

On November 29, 2017, Max Scherzer and his wife Erica welcomed their first daughter.

2017: Nationals unveiled a crop of Scherzer's eyes

In the spring of 2017, the Nationals unveiled a "delightfully creepy" crop of Max Scherzer's eyes, correctly portrayed as blue and brown, with backward and forward Ks edited into the pupils.