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Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 28

Why Tigers’ former No. 1 overall pick is finally poised for breakout 2025 season

Will 2020 No. 1 overall pick Spencer Torkelson find his footing at the big league level in 2025? Ben Verlander of Fox Sports is a believer in the Detroit Tigers 25-year-old.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 26

Fox Sports Analyst Picks Braves to Win World Series Ahead of Opening Day

The night before Opening Day, the Atlanta Braves were predicted to win the 2024 World Series. Fox Sports MLB analyst and the brother of future Hall of Fame starter Justin Verlander, Ben Verlander, picked them to win a rematch with the Houston Astros. Verlander mentioned he’s gotten two of the last four picks correct.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / March 26

MLB Analyst Makes Disappointing Prediction for Texas Rangers in AL West

The Texas Rangers are trying to win the AL West this year, something they haven't done in nearly a decade. Since the Rangers' most recent first-place finish in 2016, the division has belonged to the Houston Astros.

Detroit Tigers News / Fastball on SI / March 26

Detroit Tigers Make Dramatic Change to Look of Comerica Park

The Detroit Tigers have made a dramatic change to the look of Comerica Park, removing the dirt strip between the pitchers mound and home plate. Former Tigers farmhand and current podcast host Ben Verlander posted a picture of the development on social media, saying that the Tigers were the last team to feature the look.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 20

Popular MLB Analyst Ben Verlander Picks Cincinnati Reds to Win Division

MLB analyst Ben Verlander is picking the Cincinnati Reds to win the National League Central Division in 2025. "Give me the Cincinnati Reds to win the division in 2025," Verlander said.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / February 24

Look: San Francisco Giants Poke Fun at Aging Cy Young Winner’s Birthday

When the San Francisco Giants signed Justin Verlander in January, they knew they were getting one of the oldest players in baseball. On Thursday, Verlander turned 42 years old.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / February 20

Justin Verlander’s Brother Sends Brutal 7-Word Shot at Shohei Ohtani

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani can seemingly do anything imaginable. Ohtani hits home runs, mashing 225 in his first seven seasons; he recorded an NL-high 54 last year en route to the league’s first 50-50 season.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / February 17

Justin Verlander's Brother Sends Mets Warning to Dodgers

Ahead of the 2025 season, the National League is loaded with talented rosters like the incumbent World Series Champion Los Angeles Dodgers and other teams who look to contend like the New York Mets, Atlanta Braves, Philadelphia Phillies, and Arizona Diamondbacks.

MLB News / FirstSportz / January 27

Justin Verlander’s brother FIRES BACK at LA Dodgers critics, drops BOLD Kansas City Chiefs comparison after AFC Championship game

After winning the 2024 World Series, the Los Angeles Dodgers have made a huge statement in the offseason and strengthened their squad even further. Their offseason moves have led to a huge backlash across social media.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 26

Future Hall of Famer's Brother Adds to Speculation Surrounding Astros Departure

The Houston Astros received a major piece of their dynastic run when they acquired future Hall of Famer Justin Verlander from the Detroit Tigers ahead of the 2017 MLB trade deadline.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / March 10, 2023

Brother: Mets' Justin Verlander 'was born' to play in New York

The brother of Justin Verlander believes the new New York Mets ace will handle pitching in the country's largest sports market just fine.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / December 5, 2022

Justin Verlander 'blown away' by Mets' commitment to winning

Justin Verlander reportedly 'blown away' by Mets' commitment to winning

The Mets went 101-61 for the 2022 regular season but also squandered a 10.5-game lead over the Atlanta Braves in the National League East division standings that New York held on June 1. Last month, big-name agent Scott Boras said that Mets owner Steve Cohen "really raised the flag that 'we're here to be a championship-level organization'" by signing ace Max Scherzer roughly one year ago.

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