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San Francisco Giants News / Athlon Sports / December 31

Justin Verlander Gets Bad Free Agency Update Amid MLB Offseason

The San Francisco Giants are reportedly trying to finalize a deal with veteran starting pitcher Tyler Mahle, which could have a significant impact on future Hall of Fame ace Justin Verlander’s 2026 plans.

MLB News / Last Word On Sports / December 30

The Final Call: Three Star Veterans Weigh One More Season or a Farewell

As MLB turns the page toward another season, three of the game’s most respected veteran stars — Justin Verlander, Justin Turner, and Carlos Santana — stand at a familiar crossroads: give it one more go or ride off into retirement.

MLB News / Pinstripe Alley / December 20

Yankees Potential Free Agent Target: Justin Verlander

As the offseason ticks along, more and more free agent dominos begin to fall. With the new year around the corner, the Yankees likely still have some moving to do, particularly when it comes to filling the early season voids in the rotation.

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Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / December 13

Justin Verlander Joins Elite Group of Detroit Tigers

Around since 1901, the Detroit Tigers are one of the oldest and most decorated franchises in baseball history. Despite Miguel Cabrera and Tarik Skubal being the most recent stars, the top of the Tigers' bWAR list is populated by players who played before 1970.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / December 7

Astros Have Chance to Pursue Reunion with Franchise Legend in Free Agency

The Houston Astros enter the offseason coming off the official end of their run of dominance over the American League, missing the playoffs for the first time since 2016 at the end of a frustrating campaign.

San Francisco Giants News / Just Baseball / December 3

Top Landing Spots for Free Agent Justin Verlander

So often in Major League Baseball do we see a player who was once a superstar slowly fade and turn into a shell of the stud they once were. In the 2024 season, it looked like Justin Verlander was turning into the latest MVP/Cy Young-turned-has-been.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / November 22

Blue Jays 2025 free agent target: Justin Verlander

If 2025 taught us anything, it’s that you should never underestimate the guile of a wily veteran. Although Max Scherzer’s tenure with the Blue Jays got off to a rocky start, he pitched some key games for the Blue Jays in the regular season and delivered in the postseason when the team needed him most.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / November 8

Yankees Named Top Landing Spot for Legendary Pitcher

As the New York Yankees search far and wide for rotation help this offseason, they could reunite Gerrit Cole with one of the best pitchers of the 21st century.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / November 6

Giants Chairman Has Three Words for Pursuing Justin Verlander, Max Scherzer

The San Francisco Giants signed Justin Verlander last offseason to give their rotation some veteran leadership. The Giants could do it again this offseason.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / November 4

Should Giants Re-Sign Justin Verlander at This Estimated Price?

Once the World Series ended on Saturday, the world changed for more than 100 Major League players — they became free agents. The official list was released on Sunday by the Major League Baseball Players Association and is added to when players or teams make decisions on contract options.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 3

Cardinals Could Target Future Hall of Famer To Bolster Rotation For 2026

The St. Louis Cardinals are entering one of their most pivotal offseasons in nearly two decades. After a disappointing 78–84 finish in 2025, new President of Baseball Operations Chaim Bloom faces the difficult task of reshaping the roster and bringing championship-caliber baseball back to Busch Stadium.

San Francisco Giants News / Field Level Media / September 27

Giants' Justin Verlander draws start vs. Rockies with next season on his mind

Justin Verlander hopes his final impression on his new fans is better than his first when he looks to end what could be a one-year relationship with the San Francisco Giants on a positive note in a matchup with the visiting Colorado Rockies on Saturday afternoon.

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San Francisco Giants News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 19

Buster Posey reveals where Giants stand regarding Justin Verlander

Justin Verlander will turn 43 in the offseason, but he’s been vocal at multiple points — both this year and in the past — about wanting to continue pitching into his mid-40s.

San Francisco Giants News / Field Level Media / September 18

Giants RHP Justin Verlander wants to pitch in 2026

Veteran Justin Verlander isn't looking back at those 16 consecutive winless starts to begin this season. His focus is on the ensuing 11 starts in which he has allowed two or fewer runs nine times.

San Francisco Giants News / Larry Brown Sports / September 17

Justin Verlander makes definitive statement on his future

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San Francisco Giants News / LWOSports.com / September 1

San Francisco Giants Pitcher Justin Verlander a True First Ballot Hall of Famer

Future first ballot Baseball Hall of Fame pitcher Justin Verlander isn’t ready to call it a career. Verlander enjoyed one of those magical nights when, on August 26th, during a 5-2 win against the Chicago Cubs, this 42-year-old turned back the clock as he not only pitched six solid innings for the win, but also made some baseball history.

San Francisco Giants News / Yardbarker / August 22

Justin Verlander needs to listen to Father Time despite desire to keep pitching

The 42-year-old Verlander has been inconsistent at best this season.

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San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / August 21

Giants' Justin Verlander Should Have Plenty of Suitors in Free Agency

Despite a strong start to the season, things have gone in the wrong direction of late for the San Francisco Giants. For a good chunk of the year, the Giants were a playoff contender in the National League.

San Francisco Giants News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 10

Justin Verlander discusses playing future amid rough season

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San Francisco Giants News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 30

Giants making future Hall of Famer available in trade talks

So, it now appears Buster Posey’s club will be selling over the next 21 hours, with legendary starting pitcher Justin Verlander the latest name on the block.

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