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Justin Verlander shares Kate Upton's text about David Ortiz on-air

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 5:59 AM

Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Justin Verlander shares Kate Upton's text about David Ortiz on-air

Summary

Justin Verlander made his broadcasting debut on October 8, 2026, after retiring from baseball earlier this season. During the MLB on FOX program, he read a text from his wife, Kate Upton, complimenting David Ortiz's earpiece. The moment occurred as Verlander participated in a panel with Ortiz and others including Kevin Burkhardt, Derek Jeter, and Alex Rodriguez. Following the comment, Ortiz acknowledged Upton's message on-air, leading to a light-hearted exchange among the panel. Verlander's debut comes as he transitions from a 21-year MLB career into broadcasting.

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By the Numbers

•Verlander debuted on MLB on FOX after retiring from baseball.
•He read Upton’s text during a broadcast with Ortiz.
•Ortiz confirmed Upton’s compliment to his earpiece on-air.
•Verlander spent 21 years in MLB before moving to broadcasting.
•The exchange highlighted his transition to the analyst role.

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5:59 AMYahoo Sports — Kate Upton text about David Ortiz shared live on-air by Justin Verlander during analyst debut

What they're saying

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Justin Verlander has officially made his broadcasting debut following his MLB retirement, and he shared a text from his wife Kate Upton about his co-panelist David Ortiz on the first day. Justin Verlander enjoyed a storied 21-year career in Major League Baseball from 2005 to 2026.
— Yahoo Sports

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