Justin Verlander undecided on Hall of Fame team logo ahead of final start

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Last updated Sep 23, 2026

Justin Verlander undecided on Hall of Fame team logo ahead of final start
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Justin Verlander prepares for his final career start Saturday in Detroit but remains undecided on whether to have the Astros or Tigers logo on his Hall of Fame plaque. The pitcher is best known for his 14 seasons with the Tigers, where he won an AL MVP and Cy Young Award, and his success with the Astros, including two World Series titles and two additional Cy Young Awards. Verlander expressed reluctance to choose between the teams, stating it's "not fair" to make the decision now, although the Hall of Fame will have final say on the logo. He completed a podcast interview ahead of his final game, reflecting on his career achievements and personal happiness during the 2022 season.

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  • Verlander to make final career start Saturday in Detroit.
  • He has played for the Tigers and Astros, winning multiple awards and championships.
  • The Hall of Fame receives input from inductees on logo choices.
  • Verlander won an AL MVP and CY Young with the Tigers and two World Series with the Astros.
  • He stated he finds it difficult to choose between the teams.
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Justin Verlander, who will make the final start of his career Saturday, says he doesn't want to make a decision yet about which logo will be on his Hall of Fame plaque: Astros or Tigers.

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