As of today, and keep in mind things can change in the many weeks to follow, Scherzer must start Game 1 in whatever playoff series the Jays happen to experience, whether it’s a best-of-three backdrop or a best-of-five matchup. The one mistake Scherzer made Thursday was a pitch Michael Busch launched for a homer.

The Cubs evened the series yesterday with a 4-1 win. Rookie Cade Horton was the story allowing just one hit and one run over 5.2 innings enroute to his seventh win of the season. Matt Shaw and Michael Busch each went deep for Chicago. The Jays’ attack was held in check all day. The home team was limited to two hits while striking out ten times.

Mathew Boyd will help lead the visiting Cubs past the AL East division-leading Blue Jays on Thursday afternoon, Stitches predicts.

After an uphill battle in the American League East standings, the Blue Jays are now cruising on top of the division. At the time of writing, the Jays have posted a 70-51 record and are 4.

Shane Bieber is getting closer to returning for the Blue Jays. While a six-man rotation is possible, manager John Schneider is prepared for tough conversations.