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Max Scherzer breaks nose in batting practice accident, could miss Wednesday start against Phillies

Scherzer was scheduled to start the second leg of the two team’s doubleheader on Wednesday at 7:05, but the Nationals said his status is now uncertain. The Phillies have Zach Eflin and Nick Pivetta slated to start the two games Wednesday.

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Max Scherzer throws in the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds, Sunday, June 2, 2019, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)
Washington Nationals starting pitcher Max Scherzer throws in the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds, Sunday, June 2, 2019, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)Read moreJohn Minchillo / AP
    by EJ Smith
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