Justin Verlander reflects on his short stint with the Mets
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 2:07 AM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
Justin Verlander, who is set to end his MLB career after the 2026 season, shared his thoughts on his brief time with the New York Mets. Verlander, now with the Detroit Tigers, expressed fond memories of the city and the relationships he built during his tenure with the Mets, despite a challenging season. He reminisced about playing with former teammate Max Scherzer and shared personal moments involving his daughter in New York. After one season with the Mets, in which he recorded a 6-5 record and 3.15 ERA, Verlander returned to the Houston Astros. He officially announced that the current season would be his last.
- •Justin Verlander is finishing his career with the Detroit Tigers.
- •He recorded a 6-5 record and 3.15 ERA during his time with the Mets.
- •Verlander enjoyed building relationships, particularly with Max Scherzer.
- •He will officially retire at the end of the 2026 season.
- •Verlander's daughter enjoyed memorable experiences in New York.
- 2:07 AMYahoo Sports — Justin Verlander Shares True Thoughts On Brief Time With Mets
"The Hall of Fame career for pitcher Justin Verlander, who is back with the Detroit Tigers for one final season, is coming to a close this fall. The former American League MVP announced recently that the 2026 campaign would be the last in his Major League Baseball journey.Verlander will leave the game with three Cy […] The post Justin Verlander Shares True Thoughts On Brief Time With Mets appeared first on HEAVY.
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