Justin Verlander Struggles, Falls to 3-Win Season in Giants' 6-5 Loss

San Francisco Giants pitcher Justin Verlander had a difficult outing on September 22, 2025, in a 6-5 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals at Oracle Park. He was charged with six runs, four of which were earned, over 4 1/3 innings, failing to hold an early lead provided by the Giants. This performance leaves Verlander with just three wins through 28 starts this season, marking the first time in his MLB career with double-digit starts and fewer than five wins. He remains tied for 39th all-time with 265 career wins and is expected to get one more chance this weekend to pick up his 266th win, which would tie him with Bob Feller and Eppa Rixey.