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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Justin Verlander turns 42 years old with 262 career wins, and would still like to reach 300

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Reliever Luke Jackson can boost pay to $4 million in 1-year contract with Texas Rangers

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Reliever Luke Jackson can boost pay to $4 million in 1-year contract with Texas Rangers

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Reliever Kendall Graveman can earn up to $3.3 million for 1 year in Diamondbacks contract

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Paul DeJong would earn $600,000 in bonuses in Nationals deal if he has 550 plate appearances

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Tommy Pham can earn $250,000 in performance bonuses as part of Pirates contract

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Reliever Drew Smith can earn up to $3.75 million over two seasons in his Mets contract

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Clayton Kershaw can earn up to $16 million in 1-year deal with Dodgers

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Pitcher Injured Ahead of Dodgers' Postseason Run Concedes He Might Retire

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Justin Verlander wants 300 wins and some MLB rule changes so he won't be the last

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While Manfred frets, some opposing players cheer the big-spending push of the Los Angeles Dodgers

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