Veteran Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Max Scherzer is ready to return to the rotation after a successful 30-40 pitch bullpen session on Sunday. Scherzer, who's been out since late March with thumb inflammation on his pitching hand, recently told Sportsnet that he'll be activated in time to face the Cleveland Guardians on Wednesday.

Three-time Cy Young Award winner Max Scherzer is expected to be activated from the 60-day injured list to make his second start of the season for the Blue Jays.

Max Scherzer is scheduled to be the Toronto Blue Jays' starting pitcher on Wednesday when they face the Guardians in Cleveland. He last appeared in a major league game on March 29 but exited early with thumb inflammation in his throwing hand.