The Toronto Blue Jays are leaning into their October momentum — and veteran slugger George Springer is setting the tone ahead of Game 4 of the ALCS. After helping power the Blue Jays playoff hopes back to life in a 13-4 Game 3 win, the outfielder turned heads postgame with a fiery message ahead of Max Scherzer's Game 4 start.
Springer, 36-years-old, delivered the quote to Sportsnet’s Blake Murphy that quickly spread across social platforms and fired up fans:
“He says he's not gonna be calm. So expect Max to be Mad Max”
The rally cry wasn't just emotional hype — it was a sign of belief from a two-time World Series champion who knows how October works. Following Wednesday's Game 3 road win, Springer is batting .357 with five hits, two home runs, two RBIs, and four runs scored through three games in the 2025 ALCS — reminding everyone of his postseason pedigree.
Sportsnet's Blake Murphy took to his X (formerly known as Twitter), posting the now-viral message that gave Game 4 a title-worthy headline.
“He says he's not gonna be calm. So expect Max to be Mad Max”
With the veteran set to make his playoff debut with the club, the stakes couldn’t be higher. At 41-years-old, the 3-time Cy Young winner brings postseason fire and intensity — an energy that is contagious.
The Blue Jays playoff narrative has flipped. After falling behind 2-0 in the series, the Game 3 outburst and Scherzer’s return offer a chance to even the series — and shift the momentum fully in their favor.
With Game 4 of the ALCS set for Thursday night at T-Mobile Park, expect all eyes to be on whether “Mad Max” delivers — or if the Mariners regain control and take a 3-1 series lead.
