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Justin Verlander Returns to Tigers on One-Year Deal as Detroit Locks In Win-Now Rotation

A deferred $13 million contract lands the veteran back in Detroit as injury-list moves tighten early roster decisions.

Sep 17, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; San Francisco Giants pitcher Justin Verlander (35) watches from the dugout after pitching 7 innings against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images
TORONTO, ONTARIO - OCTOBER 20: Shane Bieber #57 of the Toronto Blue Jays walks to the dugout before game seven of the American League Championship Series against the Seattle Mariners at the Rogers Centre on October 20, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario. (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • The Tigers announced a one-year, $13 million agreement with Justin Verlander, with roughly $2 million paid in 2026 and the remainder deferred.
  • Verlander, who turns 43 this month, returns after a 2025 season with San Francisco in which he made 29 starts with a 3.85 ERA and 137 strikeouts over 152 innings.
  • Detroit placed right-handers Reese Olson and Jackson Jobe on the 60-day injured list, with Olson out for 2026 following right-shoulder labral repair and Jobe continuing Tommy John recovery.
  • The strengthened rotation centers on ace Tarik Skubal and recent addition Framber Valdez, with Verlander joining Jack Flaherty and Casey Mize to form a deep five.
  • Adding Verlander requires 40-man roster maneuvering as camp opens, and multiple outlets now rate the Tigers’ starting staff among MLB’s best for 2026.