Overview
- Verlander’s pact is worth $13 million, with about $2 million paid in 2026 and the remainder deferred beginning in 2030.
- The 43-year-old righty returns after posting a 3.85 ERA with 137 strikeouts over 152 innings for the Giants in 2025, including a 2.99 ERA after the All-Star break.
- He joins Tarik Skubal and recent addition Framber Valdez (reported three years, $115 million) in a projected rotation that also features Jack Flaherty and Casey Mize.
- Reese Olson was placed on the 60-day injured list following right shoulder labral repair and is expected to miss the 2026 season; Jackson Jobe is on the 60-day IL as he rehabs from Tommy John surgery.
- Detroit must make corresponding 40-man roster moves to accommodate recent pitching additions, according to team and local reports.