Overview
- Verlander announced Wednesday that he will retire after the 2026 season and said he remains committed to trying to finish the year for the Detroit Tigers.
- MLB commissioner Rob Manfred named Verlander a “Legend Pick” to the American League All‑Star roster and he will attend the July All‑Star festivities in Philadelphia but will not pitch.
- This season has been limited by injuries: he made one start on March 30, went on the injured list in early April with left‑hip inflammation and then suffered a left hamstring strain during rehabs in mid‑June that stalled his return.
- The Tigers issued a club statement praising Verlander’s career and said the organization will honor his legacy for fans while it addresses short‑term rotation and roster planning.
- Verlander leaves a Hall‑of‑Fame caliber record — three Cy Young Awards, the 2011 AL MVP, two World Series titles, 266 wins and 3,554 strikeouts — and is widely expected to be a first‑ballot Hall of Famer when eligible.