Justin Verlander retiring at end of 2026 season after legendary career

Justin Verlander, the Detroit Tigers pitcher and three-time Cy Young award winner, announced on Wednesday that he will retire from MLB. The legendary player intends to call it a career at the end of the 2026 season. This decision marks the conclusion of a distinguished professional career in Major League Baseball, as Verlander prepares to step away from the mound following the completion of the 2026 campaign, ending his tenure with the Tigers.