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Justin Verlander reunites with the Detroit Tigers on a one-year, $13 million deal. The veteran pitcher, who turns 43 next week, acknowledges he always saw a chance to return. “I thought that there was a chance I could come back,” Verlander states. He last donned a Tigers uniform in 2017 before his trade to the Houston Astros, where he clinched two World Series titles. Verlander highlights his past with Detroit, including two pennant-winning seasons and his 2011 AL MVP award. The Tigers, having missed the postseason until 2024, now face challenges with the loss of right-hander Reese Olson to shoulder surgery. Verlander admits initial talks didn’t indicate a fit, but recent events opened the door for his comeback. He aims to help the team as they strive for success once again.
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