Scherzer (2-0) allowed just one run on five hits over seven innings in the 8-1 victory over the Phillies. He also struck out seven and walked one.

EDGE Analysis

The right-hander was on his game, throwing 72 of his 108 pitches for strikes. He also induced 13 swing-and-misses. His lone blemish was a solo home run from catcher Cameron Rupp in the fifth. Despite the solid outing, homers still seem to be a concern for Scherzer. He allowed 20 bombs after June last season, and he has yielded three in three starts in 2016.