How many wins does Justin Verlander need to reach the 300-win milestone?

Justin Verlander needs 38 more wins to reach the 300-win milestone, as he currently has 262 career wins.

What were the challenges Justin Verlander faced in the 2024 season?

Justin Verlander faced significant challenges in the 2024 season, including shoulder inflammation and neck discomfort, which limited him to 17 starts with a 5-6 record and a 5.48 ERA.

How does Justin Verlander's pursuit of 300 wins compare to other active pitchers?

Justin Verlander has the most career wins among active pitchers with 262. The next closest active pitchers are Max Scherzer with 216 wins and Clayton Kershaw with 212 wins.

What is Justin Verlander's current team and how does he feel about his health going into the new season?

Justin Verlander is now with the San Francisco Giants. He feels healthy again after throwing batting practice for the first time this spring, following an injury-plagued 2024 season.

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Verlander at 42: Aiming for 300 Wins Amid MLB Developments

Justin Verlander discusses his pursuit of 300 wins in MLB as he joins San Francisco Giants in his 20th season after a challenging year.

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Verlander will obviously have to pitch beyond 2025 for the opportunity to reach 300 wins.
Justin Verlander turns 42 years old with 262 career wins, and would still like to reach 300
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Although Kelly has been open about his desire to return to the Dodgers if his health allows, they aren't likely to have room for him on their Opening Day roster.
Pitcher Injured Ahead of Dodgers' Postseason Run Concedes He Might Retire
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While Verlander is enormously proud of his achievements, he wants it to have a lasting effect.
Justin Verlander wants 300 wins and some MLB rule changes so he won't be the last
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Feb 20th, 2025, 12:02 PM ET

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At 42, Justin Verlander, now with the San Francisco Giants, eyes 300 career wins, having achieved 262 so far. Following an injury-plagued 2024 season, Verlander expressed optimism after a successful batting practice session. Meanwhile, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred noted the financial disparity in teams like the Dodgers, which players support. Additionally, the recent contract extension for New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone through 2027 further emphasizes the competitive landscape, alongside pitchers Joe Kelly contemplating retirement after postseason absences and Clayton Kershaw focusing on recovery from offseason surgery.

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