Justin Verlander, born February 20, 1983, is a celebrated American pitcher and free agent known for his powerful arm and remarkable longevity. With a career spanning stints with the Detroit Tigers, Houston Astros, and New York Mets, he’s earned three Cy Young Awards and an AL MVP, marking him among the elite pitchers in MLB history. Verlander’s achievements also include two World Series titles with the Astros, showcasing his impact in both regular and postseason play. Renowned for his fastball and fierce competitiveness, Verlander’s legacy is cemented as one of baseball’s all-time greats and a model of pitching excellence
Full Name: Justin Brooks Verlander
Date of Birth: February 20, 1983
Birthplace: Manakin-Sabot, Virginia, USA
Height: 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m)
Weight: 235 lbs (107 kg)
Throws/Bats: Right-handed
Position: Pitcher
MLB Debut: July 4, 2005, with the Detroit Tigers
Former Teams: Detroit Tigers, Houston Astros, New York Mets
Notable Awards: 3x Cy Young Awards, 2011 AL MVP, 2x World Series Champion
Date | Opponent | Result | IP | Key Stats |
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2024-09-28 | CLE | W 4-3 | 6.0 | 7 H, 3 R, 0 BB, 5 SO, 1 HR, WPA: 0.062 |
2024-09-20 | LAA | W 9-7 | 4.2 | 8 H, 6 R, 1 BB, 4 SO, WPA: -0.073 |
2024-09-14 | LAA | W 5-3 | 5.0 | 4 H, 2 R, 2 BB, 2 SO, WPA: 0.034 |
2024-09-08 | ARI | L 6-12 | 3.0 | 8 H, 8 R, 1 BB, 2 HR, WPA: -0.383 |
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