In yet another instance of pitch clock violation, MLB’s new rules are impacting the players’ ability to keep focused during the game. All of Major League Baseball is adjusting to the changes coming this season. But while some players have adjusted to the clock watching over the field, some are having a tough time still. And that includes Mets’ star pitcher Max Scherzer.

The clock and shortened innings have received mixed reactions so far. While the teams try to quicken their pace during the game, fans are unsure about how it’s going to impact the game. No doubt the whole game is shorter now, catering to the equally brief attention spans of people. But it’s still going to take some getting used to. Scherzer is next in line after names like Manny Machado and Cal Conley not moving according to the clock.

A pitch clock violation wiped away a double play by Max Scherzer

In a recent game against the Nationals, the Washington team made some trouble for the Mets. Scherzer made a double play against the batter but didn’t throw fast enough according to the umpire. Failing to make it by the 20-second mark, Scherzer commented later on what actually went down.

“I got caught,” the 38-year-old told the New York Post. “I wasn’t trying to do anything on that, I forgot about the time.”

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This instance was only one of the multiple times the clock numbers affected Scherzer. Not only that, he later said that the umpires could be a little more lenient. “I also wanted to make sure we get cleared up on the rules…probably gonna need a little clarification on that as we move forward,” the pitcher said of the clock hitting zero.

What are the fans saying about this newest instance of the pitch clock causing problems?

To say that people are divided on the rules would be an understatement. As the debate rages on, the Scherzer instance only added fuel to fire as some believe the clock needs to go. Here’s how Twitter reacted to Scherzer’s minor mistake that led to major consequences –

Scherzer told Dan Martin of The Post that despite his blunders up till now, he’s sure he can use the clock to his advantage. “I feel comfortable holding the ball,” he said. “Holding the ball for 10 seconds, I practice that. I know how to operate and execute pitches around that. It’s something I can use.”

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