Justin Verlander officially retired from the MLB after spending 21 seasons in the league. Now that his Hall of Fame playing career is behind him, it didn’t take long before he made his return to the sport.
Justin Verlander officially retired from Major League Baseball after a 21-year career and made his studio analyst debut on the MLB on FOX Pregame show on Tuesday night. The 43-year-old pitcher reflected on his choice to retire, explaining that physical issues with his leg made the decision straightforward after pledging to play until he could no longer perform.
Verlander concluded his career with two World Series titles, three Cy Young Awards, and an American League MVP across 3,802 2/3 regular-season and postseason innings. During his final appearance, he was met on the field by his daughter for an emotional farewell alongside his teammates.
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