Verlander on 60-Day IL as Career Appears to Be Ending
The Astros legend sits inactive on the 60-day IL with no return date set, and reports suggest his pitching career is nearly over.
Justin Verlander is currently on the 60-day IL with no official game date scheduled. Reports indicate his career is winding down, though a brief bullpen appearance has not been ruled out. He spent portions of seven seasons with Houston, winning two World Series rings and two Cy Young Awards. No timetable for activation or a formal retirement announcement has been made.
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