Justin Verlander Nears MLB Return After Successful Rehab Start

Astros' veteran pitcher shows promising signs in Triple-A outing, aiming for a major league comeback.

Verlander pitched three innings for Triple-A Sugar Land, allowing one run and striking out three.
Astros manager Joe Espada confirmed Verlander's fastball reached 95 mph during the rehab start.
The 41-year-old has been sidelined since June due to neck stiffness and earlier shoulder inflammation.
Verlander aims for one more rehab start before potentially rejoining the Astros' rotation.
Houston Astros have improved their season, currently sharing the AL West lead.