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Justin Verlander

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  • Height: 6-5
  • Weight: 200 lbs
  • Born: Feb 20, 1983

  • Debut: July 4, 2005

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October 4, 2009

Justin Verlander pitched his team into a one-game playoff for the Central Division title on Sunday as the Tigers beat the White Sox 5-3. Verlander went 7.2 innings and allowed three runs on six hits while walking two and striking out five.

Our View:

Verlander did what an ace is supposed to do today, and now his team has a chance to head to the playoffs. The Tigers are struggling in the rotation behind Verlander, but he is still one of the better pitchers in the league.

September 29, 2009

Justin Verlander gave up four earned runs on eight hits over eight innings in Tuesday's 6-5 win over the Twins in the second game of their doubleheader. He had no walks and fired eight strikeouts.

Our View:

Verlander held the Twins scoreless over the first five innings, and had a good night despite allowing four runs, especially while helping Detroit hold on to their lead in the AL Central.

September 24, 2009

Justin Verlander rebounded on Thursday after two rough outings to pick up his 17th win of the season. Verlander went seven innings and allowed two runs on seven hits while walking two and striking out 11.

Our View:

Verlander looked like his regular dominant self tonight when the Tigers needed a big outing. He is in th Cy Young race, and tonight's outing surely helped his cause.

September 19, 2009

Justin Verlander coughed up five runs on nine hits and two walks over 7.1 innings on Saturday. The Twins handed him his ninth loss of the season with a 6-2 drubbing.

Our View:

Verlander was cruising in this one, but fell apart in the eighth inning, where he was touched for four of his five runs. He's been knocked around in his last two starts and hasn't won a decision since September 4th.

September 14, 2009

Justin Verlander was tagged for five earned runs on 10 hits over seven innings in Monday's 6-5 win over Toronto at Comerica Park. He had no walks and fired nine strikeouts.

Our View:

The Jays were leading 5-2 when Verlander exited, so he ends the night with a no-decision. He was roughed up by Toronto, but at least he was a solid source for strikeouts. He only allowed one earned run in each of his previous two starts, and should bounce back fine.

September 9, 2009

Justin Verlander took his eighth loss of the season against the Royals of all teams on Wednesday, allowing three runs in six innings, as Detroit fell 5-1 in Kansas City.

Our View:

Verlander has been 2-0 with a 2.08 ERA vs. the Royals in 2009 entering the game. His chances of reaching 20 wins are now very remote.

September 4, 2009

Justin Verlander was in control in Friday's 4-3 win at Tampa Bay, as he only issued one earned run on four hits over eight innings. He had one walk and fired seven strikeouts.

Our View:

Verlander earned a win in each of his last three starts, and is currently tied with CC Sabathia for the AL lead with 16 wins for 2009.

August 30, 2009

Justin Verlander notched his 15th win of the season on Sunday as the Tigers beat the Rays 4-3. Verlander went eight innings and allowed three runs on six hits while walking three and striking out four.

Our View:

Verlander wasn't his usual dominant self today, but he was still good enough to win on a day when he didn't have his best stuff. He looks to be at the head of the AL Cy Young race at this point.

August 25, 2009

Justin Verlander tied Josh Beckett for the second most wins in the American League on Monday (14) despite allowing ten hits and four runs in just 5.2 innings, as the Tigers outslugged the AL-West leading Angels 10-7 on the road.

Our View:

Verlander also struck out seven, increasing his AL-leading total to 211. He's looking like an increasingly strong bet to win his first Cy Young award at the age of 26 this season.

August 19, 2009

Justin Verlander gave up three earned runs on six hits over eight innings in Wednesday's 3-1 loss to the Mariners at Comerica Park. He had one walk and racked up 10 strikeouts.

Our View:

Verlander was dealt a loss due to poor run support from his teammates, but at least he reached double digits in strikeouts for fantasy owners. He is now 1-2 over four starts this month, but still leads the Tigers with 13 wins. He also continues to rank second in the majors with 204 strikeouts.

August 13, 2009

Justin Verlander bounced back with a vengeance on Thursday after a rough outing his last time out. Verlander went eight scoreless innings and allowed four hits while walking one and striking out eight in the Tigers' 2-0 shutout of the Red Sox.

Our View:

Verlander was dominant today, and he did it against a very good lineup in Boston. The one bad start was an anomaly, and fantasy owners should expect this kind of production nearly every time out.

August 8, 2009

Justin Verlander allowed five runs on seven hits and two walks over six innings on Saturday. He fanned six, but was saddled with his sixth loss of the season as the Twins torched the Tigers 11-0.

Our View:

Verlander has been excellent for most of the season, but has stumbled recently. He's allowed five runs in each of his last two starts and has seen his ERA jump almost 30 points over that span.

August 3, 2009

Justin Verlander was tagged for five earned runs on nine hits over eight innings in Monday's 6-5 win over the Orioles at Comerica Park. He had one walk and fired eight strikeouts.

Our View:

The game was tied at 5-5 when Verlander exited, so he takes a no-decision rather than a win. He was not solid tonight, but fantasy owners should still be pleased with his eight K's. He remains at 12-5 for the season.

July 29, 2009

Justin Verlander gave up four runs (three earned) on six hits over seven innings in Wednesday's 13-5 win at Texas. He had no walks and racked up 13 strikeouts.

Our View:

Verlander collected his fourth win of July, and his 12th of 2009 - which currently ties for the MLB lead. He ranks second in the majors with 172 strikeouts, and tied his season high with 13 tonight.

July 24, 2009

Justin Verlander was excellent again on Friday as the Tigers won the first game of their doubleheader against the White Sox by a score of 5-1. Verlander went all nine innings and allowed one unearned run on six hits while walking four and striking out four.

Our View:

Verlander had it going again today, and he was said to be hitting 100 MPH in the ninth inning. When he is on, he is nearly untouchable, and that's what happened today. Obviously, Verlander is the cream of the crop when it comes to fantasy pitching, and he will usually have more than four strikeouts in a game like this.

July 18, 2009

Justin Verlander was good on Saturday, striking out seven in seven innings while allowing just two runs, but received no run support as the Tigers lost 2-1 to the Yankees.

Our View:

Verlander was his usual dominant self on Saturday, but just simply took a hard luck loss. He hasn't always been a great second half pitcher, but you should still expect great things from him in 2009 going forward.

July 18, 2009

Justin Verlander has had his scheduled start moved to Saturday from Sunday, according to MLive.com.

Our View:

The move was made by manager Jim Leyland because Sunday's starter, Edwin Jackson, pitched in the All-Star game while Verlander did not. Be sure to adjust your lineup as soon as possible.

July 12, 2009

Justin Verlander was outstanding on Sunday in the Tigers' 10-1 win over the Indians. Verlander went seven shutout innings and allowed five hits while walking three and striking out eight. He is now 10-4 on the year.

Our View:

Verlander has been lights out after a bit of a slow start, and he looks like the dominating force fantasy owners have come to expect. He will be a strong play in the second half, and he should get even better as the Tigers battle for a playoff spot.

July 7, 2009

Justin Verlander gave up five runs (three earned) on seven hits over six innings in Tuesday's 8-5 win over the Royals at Comerica Park. He had no walks and racked up 11 strikeouts.

Our View:

Verlander now leads the Tigers with nine wins, passing Rick Porcello (8). He also leads the AL with 141 strikeouts. He has been a major reason why the Tigers rank atop the AL Central standings.

July 1, 2009

Justin Verlander was roughed up for four earned runs on six hits over six innings in Wednesday's 5-1 loss at Oakland. He had one walk and six strikeouts, and was tagged for two homers.

Our View:

He is off to a poor start in July, after holding a 2-1 record and 2.91 ERA over five outings last month. He is still tied for the team lead with eight wins, and leads the AL with 130 strikeouts.

June 26, 2009

Justin Verlander gave up three earned runs on seven hits over 5.1 innings in Friday's 5-4 loss at Houston.

Our View:

He takes a no-decision, and remains at 8-3 for the season. He holds a 2.91 ERA this month, and should remain active in fantasy leagues. He was leading the AL with 118 strikeouts heading into tonight's game as well.

June 21, 2009

Justin Verlander brushed off his bad start against the Cardinals last week and went out and dominated the Brewers on Sunday. He allowed just two runs on five hits and three walks over 7.2 innings and struck out eight in the Tigers' 3-2 win.

Our View:

Verlander is now 8-3 on the year and has allowed two runs or less in nine of his last 11 starts. He also leads the AL in strikeouts.

June 21, 2009

According to MLB.com, the Tigers have adjusted their rotation to spread out the team's two workhorses: Justin Verlander and Edwin Jackson. Verlander's start will be moved up to Friday.

Our View:

He will get his normal four days of rest, and new arrival Alfredo Figaro will pitch on six days of rest. The move is expected to give the bullpen more rest. The move won't effect Verlander's fantasy status and he is still a must start every time out this season.

June 16, 2009

Justin Verlander was roughed up for five earned runs on eight hits over a mere four innings of work in Tuesday's 11-2 loss at St. Louis. He issued two walks with four strikeouts.

Our View:

He took his first loss since April 17, and should be able to bounce back fine following tonight's poor outing. He only gave up one earned run over his previous two starts.

June 11, 2009

Manager Jim Leyland called Justin Verlander's one-run complete game against the White Sox on Wednesday a "masterpiece", according to USA Today. He added, "He looks like a totally different pitcher than last year."

Our View:

Verlander hit 100 mph on his 122nd and final pitch of the game. White Sox players after the game were not shy about praising Verlander's stuff either. There may not be a more dominating pitcher going at the current moment.

June 10, 2009

Justin Verlander threw his second complete game of the season as the Tigers defeated the White Sox 2-1 on Wednesday. He struck out nine while allowing six hits, one walk, and one earned run in the game.

Our View:

Verlander has not lost a game since April 17. Since then he has completed at least seven innings in six of his 10 starts. He has allowed a mere eight runs in his last nine outings while striking out 81 hitters.

June 5, 2009

Justin Verlander only allowed four hits over eight scoreless innings in Friday's 2-1 loss to the Angels at Comerica Park. He had four walks and seven strikeouts.

Our View:

It was a great outing other than the four free passes, and it is a shame he was dealt a no-decision rather than a win due to poor run support from his teammates. He earned a win in each of his previous three outings.

June 4, 2009

Justin Verlander has been named the AL Pitcher of the Month for May, according to the Sports Network. Verlander earned the honor by going 5-0 with a 1.52 ERA over six starts in the month. He also led the majors with 56 strikeouts.

Our View:

Verlander is enjoying a strong comeback campaign so far after going 11-17 in 2008. He is currently 6-2 with a 3.63 ERA, and shall remain active in fantasy lineups.

May 30, 2009

Justin Verlander allowed three earned runs on nine hits over six innings in Saturday's 6-3 win at Baltimore. He had one walk with five strikeouts.

Our View:

Verlander is hot as he earned a win in three straight starts. He went 5-0 over six outings in May, and has not taken a loss since April 17.

May 25, 2009

Justin Verlander improved to 5-2 with seven shutout innings against the Royals on Monday. He struck out eight while scattering five hits and no walks as the Tigers won 13-1.

Our View:

Verlanders has earned the win in five of his last six starts and lowered his ERA from 9.00 to 3.55 in the process. He has struck out 60 batters in his last 42.1 innings of work. Verlander ranks first in the AL with 85 strikeouts and he looks like the workhorse from the 2006-07 years.

May 20, 2009

Justin Verlander was excellent again on Wednesday as the Tigers beat the Rangers 5-3. Verlander went six innings and allowed one run on three hits while walking two and striking out eight.

Our View:

Verlander has been nearly unhittable in his last few starts, and he is starting to look like the elite fantasy pitcher he once was. It is probably too late to get Verlander for cheap in a trade, so those of you who acted early are seeing it pay off now.

May 14, 2009

Justin Verlander allowed two earned runs on five hits over 6.1 innings of work in Thursday's 6-5 loss at the Twins. He racked up 13 strikeouts and issued three walks.

Our View:

This was a great effort from Verlander, but unfortunately he was dealt a no decision, as the Twins rallied to score six runs in the seventh inning. He has reached double-digits in strikeouts in each of his last three starts.

May 8, 2009

Justin Verlander was masterful on Friday. He tossed a complete game two-hit shutout against the Indians for his third win of the season. He walked two and struck out 11.

Our View:

This is the Justin Verlander fantasy owners have been waiting for. This was his third strong outing in a row and he's showing signs of turning his season around. He has allowed just one earned run in 23 innings over his last three starts and has struck out 31 in that span.

May 3, 2009

Justin Verlander turned in his second excellent start in a row on Sunday, going seven innings and allowing only one run on two hits with three walks and eleven strikeouts.

Our View:

Verlander seems to be turning things around after his last two starts, and Verlander owners must be telling everyone "I told you so". When he is on, he is elite. It still remains to be seen if he can show consistency, but for now he is looking good.

April 27, 2009

Justin Verlander had his best outing of the season by a good margin as the Tigers beat the Yankees 4-2 on Monday. He allowed seven hits in seven innings of shutout pitching. He struck out nine batters against no walks.

Our View:

Verlander generated just three ground balls against nine flyballs and that ratio continues to be a concern. However, he was able to get critical strikeouts tonight and kept the Yankees from crossing the plate. He now has 34 strike outs in 38 innings to go with a 6.75 ERA.

April 23, 2009

Justin Verlander continued his struggles on Wednesday as he gave up seven runs in just five innings of work. He gave up nine hits and walked two while striking out five.

Our View:

Verlander is still not very good with an ERA at 9.00. His potential is still very high, but until he puts it together he is a risky start in any league. Don't drop him, but starting him at this point is iffy.

April 11, 2009

Justin Verlander struck out eight batters in five innings Saturday, but he also walked four and allowed three runs (one earned). He received a no-decision in the Tigers' win.

Our View:

Justin was certainly better this time out, but he was still a little erratic. He'll have to cleans things up before fantasy owners will start to trust him.

April 6, 2009

Justin Verlander lasted just 3.2 innings on opening day as he allowed eight hits, two walks, and eight earned runs. He threw 49 of his 80 pitches for strikes on his way to recording 11 outs.

Our View:

Verlander had a dreadful start and finish to his 2008 season. He did manage a few good starts in between, but it's starting to look like his days of being an effective ace may be over.

April 1, 2009

In his second outing against the Braves in less than a week, Justin Verlander fared substantially worse. He allowed nine hits, seven earned runs, and two home runs while striking out one in five innings of work.

Our View:

Verlander had enjoyed a pretty good spring up to this point, and he will remain the Tigers ace of the staff. However, we recommend to not let his poor 2008 season wander to far from your thoughts when considering him at the draft table.

March 27, 2009

Justin Verlander, whom manager Jim Leyland named as Detroit's Opening Day starter earlier in the day, looked flawless against the Braves on Friday, giving up just two hits and one walk while failing to allow a run and striking out three in seven innings.

Our View:

Verlander has been untouchable over his last three spring outings, surrendering a mere five hits in 18 innings. After looking like one of the game's most promising young pitchers in 2006 and 2007 before suffering a pretty significant setback last year, Verlander appears poised to bounce back in 2009. He's been falling outside of the top-30 pitchers, and sometimes even top-40, of some drafts this year, and has very real potential to regain his status as a top-10 or 15 hurler. It probably wouldn't be advisable to let him slip past the top-25 among starting pitchers.

March 23, 2009

Justin Verlander has fared well in each of his last two outings, which pleased skipper Jim Leyland, according to the Detroit News. Leyland said, "He's really working hard on some things he's figured out himself and with (pitching coach) Rick Knapp. He's making improvements that are good to see. Driving the ball down and trying to eliminate as many purpose-less pitches are possible. We're trying to cut those down to a minimum. He's been working on that and getting a lot better."

Our View:

This is encouraging news for Verlander, but Leyland is yet to name his opening day starter. Verlander won 18 games in 2007, prior to his disappointing 2008 campaign in which he stuggled with an 11-17 record and a 4.84 ERA. He could be headed for a solid comeback, and is worth targeting among the top 35-40 fantasy hurlers.

March 22, 2009

Justin Verlander struck out four and allowed just two hits over five innings Sunday against the Marlins.

Our View:

With questions surrounding the likes of Dontrelle Willis, Jeremy Bonderman, and Nate Robertson, the Tigers desperately need Verlander to be the calming influence in the rotation, which means reverting back to his 2006 and 2007 form.

March 17, 2009

Justin Verlander threw six innings of one hit ball on Tuesday in a 1-1 draw with the Astros. He allowed one earned run while walking three and striking out two.

Our View:

This seems more like the Verlander of old. His velocity has returned and although his control wasn't spot on, he had his finest outing of the spring so far. He may be making his way back to the upper echelon of fantasy starters. Stay tuned.

March 12, 2009

According to the Detroit News, Justin Verlander has altered his delivery and regained his lost velocity. A new approach and a softer landing has Verlander throwing 95-97 again.

Our View:

Whatever you say, Justin. 95 to 97 mph sounds like the Verlander of old, but at this point fantasy owners are going to need to see it to believe it. Until he proves he can consistently pitch effectively, he's not a top fantasy hurler.

March 11, 2009

Justin Verlander was hit hard for the second start in a row Wednesday, allowing three hits, four walks and four runs (two earned) over two innings.

Our View:

Verlander is obviously still struggling with his command. His penchant for walking hitters is what transformed him from ace (2007) to bust (2008), and he'll need to right the ship if he doesn't want 2009 to follow suit. Fantasy owners, tread with caution.

March 7, 2009

Justin Verlander surrendered three earned runs on four hits in two and a third innings Friday evening against the Yankees.

Our View:

Verlander regressed dramatically from his first start of the spring, which received glowing reviews from the pitcher himself.

February 25, 2009

Justin Verlander fired two scoreless innings in today's exhibition opener against the Braves, according to the Detroit News. He only allowed one hit and said, "I felt I was pounding the zone, attacking the hitters and not avoiding contact -- letting them put the ball in play but not with the barrel of the bat."

Our View:

Verlander is off to a good start as he attempts to put a disappointing 2008 campaign behind him. He could be a nice value pick in fantasy drafts.

February 22, 2009

Justin Verlander will be the first starter for the Detroit Tigers when they start their Grapefruit League play, according to MLive.com.

Our View:

Verlander is a prime candidate to have a big-time bounce back year, so fantasy owners would do well to keep that in mind.

February 3, 2009

Justin Verlander agreed Tuesday to a one-year contract worth $3,675,000 with the Detroit Tigers, according to the Associated Press.

Our View:

Verlander gets a big pay day after going 11-17 and a 4.84 ERA in 33 starts with the Tigers. Fantasy owners are hoping he returns to his 2006 and 2007 form when he went a combined 35-15.

January 23, 2009

Justin Verlander held a 4.84 ERA and barely passable 1.40 WHIP over 33 starts in 2008, but remains as confident as ever heading into the new campaign, according to the Detroit News. He said, "I've always believed in my ability. That's just the way I'm built. What I went through was frustrating, but I don't think I got too frustrated. I'm always able to have a short-term memory and look on the positive side of things. I don't think it's that easy to put a finger on it and say, 'This is what went wrong.' I look at it and say there was a stretch in the middle of the season when a lot went right and I was throwing the ball very well. I need to get back to that."

Our View:

Verlander has started throwing earlier this winter, and with more long-toss than in the past. He noted that he feels good with the way the ball is leaving his hand. He won 18 games in 2007, and could be a good fantasy bargain if he can get back on track in 2009.

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