Justin Verlander makes final career start against Pirates

Justin Verlander is set to pitch his final game for the Detroit Tigers against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday afternoon. The 43-year-old right-hander, a three-time Cy Young Award winner, has faced injuries this season, limiting him to just one game in March. Verlander, who has a storied 21-year career, is a member of the 3,000-strikeout club and ranks eighth all-time with 3,554 strikeouts. The Tigers have planned a celebration for Verlander, including a bobblehead giveaway for fans. First pitch is scheduled for 1:10 p.m.

• 7:13 PMYahoo Sports — Justin Verlander will make last career start against Pittsburgh