Scherzer allowed seven runs on seven hits, walking three and striking out seven over five innings of an 8-6 loss to the Cubs on Friday afternoon.

EDGE Analysis

Scherzer (3-2) served up four home runs, and struggled with command throughout. It's been a rough start to the season, but he had felt a small adjustment in his mechanics might solve the problems. Unfortunately, this appears to have been a step backwards as he will carry an unsightly 4.60 ERA into his next start against the Tigers. It's way too early to panic, but he needs much better to justify his owner's investments on draft day.