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Verlander Signs with Giants After Astros' Missed Opportunity

3/31/2025

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Justin Verlander longs to return to the Houston Astros, sharing heartfelt conversations with owner Jim Crane in the offseason. Unfortunately, the Astros couldn't extend an offer, prompting Verlander to ink a one-year, $15 million deal with the San Francisco Giants. He reminisced about the emotional farewell during his last home game with Houston.

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Justin Verlander longs to return to the Houston Astros, sharing heartfelt conversations with owner Jim Crane in the offseason. Unfortunately, the Astros couldn't extend an offer, prompting Verlander to ink a one-year, $15 million deal with the San Francisco Giants. He reminisced about the emotional farewell during his last home game with Houston.