Overview

• Justin Verlander was reinstated Wednesday to start against the Cleveland Guardians after recovering from right pectoral nerve irritation that landed him on the injured list May 21.
• He logged 65 pitches in his final bullpen session and will reclaim a rotation spot previously held by prospect Kyle Harrison, who was traded to Boston in the deal for Rafael Devers.
• The Giants acquired third baseman Rafael Devers from the Red Sox in exchange for Harrison, and Devers collected two hits and an RBI double in his Tuesday debut.
• Verlander has faced the Guardians 57 times—his most frequent opponent—posting a 24-24 record and a 4.42 ERA against them over his career.
• Catcher Patrick Bailey was also reinstated, with Logan Porter and pitcher Tristan Beck optioned to Triple-A in corresponding roster moves.