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Bum thumb sends Max Scherzer to IL three innings into his Blue Jays career

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Max Scherzer is headed to the 15-day injured list with what is being described as “right thumb inflammation” The 40-year-old left the mound due to injury just three innings into his Blue Jays debut on Saturday .

Scherzer said on Saturday that he won’t pitch again until his thumb is 100% clear.

The team recalled left hander Easton Lucas on Sunday to take Scherzer 's spot on the roster.