Justin Verlander
Definition
Justin Verlander is an American professional baseball pitcher, renowned for his powerful fastball and longevity in Major League Baseball.
A three-time Cy Young Award winner, nine-time All-Star, and key player in the Houston Astros' 2017 and 2022 World Series championships, he has led the American League in strikeouts five times.
Born February 20, 1983, in Manakin-Sabot, Virginia, Verlander stands at 6'5" and throws right-handed, continuing to perform at an elite level into his 40s.
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When Justin Verlander grips the ball, hitters suddenly remember they left the stove on at home.
Justin Verlander's stare-down from the mound is basically a PhD in intimidation.
Even at 43, Justin Verlander treats fastballs like casual Tuesday warm-ups.
Opponents claim facing Justin Verlander feels like debating physics with Einstein on caffeine.