Giants Sign Justin Verlander to One-Year Deal as Veteran Eyes Career Revival

The 42-year-old pitcher aims to bounce back from a challenging 2024 season while embracing a leadership role on a young San Francisco team.

Justin Verlander has signed a one-year, $15 million contract with the San Francisco Giants, including a full no-trade clause.
The 42-year-old pitcher is coming off a career-worst 2024 season, where he posted a 5.48 ERA and dealt with shoulder and neck injuries but has revamped his offseason training to address these issues.
Verlander expressed confidence in his ability to return to form and reiterated his goal of pitching until at least age 45, stating he would not continue playing if he didn’t believe he could still be great.
Giants President of Baseball Operations Buster Posey emphasized Verlander’s potential to contribute at the top of the rotation and praised his leadership qualities, which could benefit the team’s younger pitchers.
Verlander highlighted his excitement about joining the Giants, noting the energy within the organization and his passion for mentoring rising talents like Kyle Harrison and Hayden Birdsong.