Max Scherzer received two standing ovations while on the road in his first game back from the injured list. In his first start since June 10, Nationals fans showered Scherzer with cheers and a standing ovation as the 19-year MLB veteran took the mound.

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Max Scherzer is celebrating his 42nd birthday on Monday pitching at a familiar place.

The Chicago Cubs acquired veteran right-handed pitcher Kevin Gausman from the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for two minor-league prospects on Sunday just before the trade window closed.

Monday's game might have been the last for Scherzer in Washington, where he won two Cy Youngs and a World Series championship.

With one trade down and more to come, Sunday’s 5-1 loss to the Cardinals at Rogers Centre felt like background noise. This even featured the rarest sight of all, four late runs (one earned) allowed by Louis Varland in the ninth.

Jameson Taillon to Toronto (just before the trade deadline) He had recently been designated for assignment by the Cubs. The #BlueJays are acquiring RHP Jameson Taillon from the #Cubs, per @ByRobertMurray pic.