Cincinnati Reds vs. Toronto Blue Jays – Brandon Williamson vs. Max Scherzer

The Cincinnati Reds and Toronto Blue Jays play their final games of the 2026 season today, with both teams finishing out of playoff contention. Max Scherzer takes the mound for Toronto in what could be his final career start, needing 11 strikeouts to pass Justin Verlander on the all-time strikeout list. Brandon Williamson starts for Cincinnati, while Reds outfielder Sal Stewart aims to boost his season OPS into the 800s and potentially lead the league in RBIs on this last day. First pitch is scheduled for 3:07 PM ET.

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