Justin Verlander Returns to Tigers on $13M Deal, Anchors Rotation

Three-time Cy Young winner Justin Verlander has signed a one-year, $13 million deal to return to the Detroit Tigers, his original team. The 43-year-old will anchor a rotation with Tarik Skubal and Framber Valdez. Verlander, who turns 43 next week, posted a 3.85 ERA over 152 innings with San Francisco in 2025, but had a 2.60 ERA in the second half. His deal includes $11M deferred payments. He aims for a third championship with Detroit.