Quick Info
| Profession | Pitcher |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 20/02/1983 |
| Age | 43 years |
| Birthplace | Manakin Sabot, VA |
Latest News about Justin Verlander
Justin Verlander confirmed his intention to continue pitching in 2026, stating he intends to keep playing and is considering returning to the San Francisco Giants for a second year. At 42 years old, Verlander remains one of the few active pitchers with a chance to reach 300 career wins, having expressed that his career is far from done despite spending much of the 2025 season on the injured list.
Justin Verlander ended his 2025 season with a quality start and a win against the Colorado Rockies on September 28, 2025, pitching six innings of two-run ball to secure a 4-3 victory for the San Francisco Giants. The 42-year-old right-hander earned his 266th career win, tying him with Bob Feller and Eppa Rixey for 34th place in AL/NL history, and finished the year with a 3.85 ERA over 29 starts despite a 4-11 win-loss record.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Justin Brooks Verlander |
|---|---|
| Nickname | JV |
| Current Team | San Francisco Giants |
| Jersey Number | 35 |
| Status | Active |
| Bat/Throw | Right/Right |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6' 5" |
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| Weight | 240 lbs |
Educational Qualification(s)
| High School | Fork Union Military Academy |
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| College | Old Dominion University (attended) |
Personal Life
| Spouse | Kate Verlander |
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| Marriage Year | 2015 |
Relationships & More
| Wife | Kate Verlander |
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Family
| Parents | James and Judy Verlander |
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Career
| Rookie Year | 2005 |
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| Current Contract | 1 yr/$15M (25) |
| Current Salary | $15,000,000 |
Favourites
| Favorite Sport | Baseball |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/justinverlander/ | |
| https://twitter.com/justinverlander |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Verlander donated his upcoming MLB paychecks to charity. | |
| 2. He admitted making mistakes from the start of his career. | |
| 3. He strikes out the side in the 4th inning. |