Justin Verlander set to pitch for Tigers against White Sox on Sunday
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 4:28 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Detroit Tigers right-hander Justin Verlander is expected to make his start against the Chicago White Sox this Sunday at Comerica Park. This marks Verlander's first appearance for the Tigers since 2017 after he was placed on the injured list in April due to left hip inflammation. In his only start of the season, he allowed five runs over 3 2/3 innings against Arizona. Verlander, the oldest active player in Major League Baseball at 43, has a long history with the Tigers, having begun his career there in 2005 before moving to the Houston Astros in 2017.
- •Verlander expected to pitch Sunday against the White Sox.
- •Last appeared for the Tigers in 2017.
- •Placed on injured list in April due to hip inflammation.
- •Faced Arizona earlier this season, giving up five runs.
- 4:28 AMYahoo Sports — Justin Verlander to pitch for Tigers at Comerica Park on Sunday against White Sox
"Verlander, the oldest active player in the major leagues at 43, was put on the injured list with left hip inflammation in April.
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