scherzer became a full-time starter in 2009, filling the fifth starter role in the starting rotation. he recorded his first major league victory in a 12–0 win over the atlanta braves on may 16, 2009. on may 26, scherzer recorded his second win of his career. he finished the 2009 season with 30 starts, a 9–11 record, 4.12 era, and 174 strikeouts in 170⅓ innings pitched.