MLB January 8, 2021 Gerrit Cole, other MLB stars accused of using illegal substance on baseballs in ex-employee's lawsuit: reports New York Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole was among the handful of pitchers who were accused of having a now-fired Los Angeles Angels clubhouse attendant create a special substance to improve the grip on baseballs in order to get an edge on opposing batters.
MLB September 19, 2020 Astros' Justin Verlander to have Tommy John surgery, out through 2021: 'Obviously, this is not good news' Houston Astros pitcher Justin Verlander announced Saturday he will undergo Tommy John surgery and is expected to be out through the 2021 season.
Justin Verlander July 26, 2020 Astros' Verlander out at least two weeks with forearm strain Reigning AL Cy Young Award winner Justin Verlander has a strained right forearm and will be shut down for at least two weeks.
Houston Astros July 22, 2020 Houston Astros: 2020 coronavirus pandemic-shortened season outlook The Houston Astros entering a coronavirus pandemic-shortened season may be a blessing in disguise.
MLB April 16, 2020 Astros ace Verlander resumes throwing after groin surgery Houston Astros ace Justin Verlander has resumed throwing as he recovers from March groin surgery.
MLB April 6, 2020 Justin Verlander donating MLB paychecks to coronavirus relief efforts during season's shutdown Houston Astros star Justin Verlander said Saturday he will be donating his paychecks to charities helping with coronavirus relief efforts during baseball’s shutdown.
Houston Astros March 17, 2020 Astros ace Justin Verlander has surgery on groin Houston Astros ace Justin Verlander had surgery on his right groin Tuesday and is expected to be out about six weeks.
Houston Astros March 10, 2020 Verlander has lat strain, unlikely to be ready for opener Houston ace Justin Verlander has a mild strain of a back muscle and said it would “probably take a miracle” for him to pitch on opening day at home against the Los Angeles Angels on March 26.
MLB November 14, 2019 Astros’ Verlander, Mets’ deGrom win 2nd Cy Young Awards Justin Verlander has a second AL Cy Young Award — and a clear path paved toward Cooperstown.
