Scherzer has 20 Ks, ties MLB record as Nats top Tigers 3-2 (Yahoo Sports)

Max Scherzer has thrown two no-hitters, come within one strike of a perfect game and met just about every expectation that accompanied the $210 million contract he signed with Washington. Scherzer struck out 20 batters to match the major league record for a nine-inning game in the Nationals' 3-2 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday night. ''Tonight was an emotional game, facing a former team and all those guys I have so much respect for,'' Scherzer said after pitching against the Tigers for the first time since leaving Detroit.