Two innings. Two challenges. Two triumphs for Robot Kind. Zero triumphs for Mad Max. After his introduction to ABS, Scherzer had thoughts.

The 40-year-old former Tigers star surrendered a leadoff triple to Victor Scott II starting the game but settled down. He retired his final six batters, striking out four with a fastball at 92-93 mph. Scherzer threw 20 of 34 pitches for strikes.

DUNEDIN, Fla. — Max Scherzer is embracing the long road back. The three-time Cy Young Award winner allowed one run over two innings in his spring training debut with the Toronto Blue Jays on Tuesday, flashing a little bit of the fire that has become his trademark during his 18-year career.

Some suggested that the boos that rained down on Max Verstappen at the F1 75 event in London last week wouldn't affect him. Well, it seems they have. Verstappen received a reception that could most charitably described as mixed after fans booed both him and team boss Christian Horner during the glittering arena event held at The O2 Arena in London,

It is understandable that Max Verstappen has no interest in attending a future F1 season-launch event in England, as a true motorsport fan does not behave as was witnessed. That is the verdict coming from Dutch pundit Tom Coronel after the booing incident which occurred.

A frosty reception from fans at the F1 season launch in London could see Max Verstappen boycott next year's event.