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Justin Verlander will retire as the best pitcher of a loaded generation

In a class of great pitchers that includes Clayton Kershaw and Max Scherzer, Verlander stands at the top

By The Daily News New York

Jul 8, 2026, 4:55 PM· Updated Jul 8, 2026, 6:18 PM· 1 min read

Justin Verlander will retire as the best pitcher of a loaded generation — Credit: CBS Sports NY

In a class of great pitchers that includes Clayton Kershaw and Max Scherzer, Verlander stands at the top

Source: CBS Sports NY

Source: CBS Sports NY

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