Justin Verlander's Recovery Progresses with Successful Live Batting Practice

The Astros pitcher is on track for the season following shoulder issues, with another session planned before a minor league rehab assignment.

Justin Verlander, Houston Astros pitcher, has successfully completed his first live batting practice session of the spring, signaling progress in his recovery from shoulder issues.
Verlander is scheduled for another live batting practice session next week in Houston, with the potential for one or two more before embarking on a minor league rehab assignment.
The Astros will begin the season with Verlander and several other key pitchers on the injured list, but have set their starting rotation for the first three games.
Verlander, a former MVP and two-time World Series champion, remains optimistic about the Astros' World Series aspirations this season.
The Astros' season opener is set against the New York Yankees, with Framber Valdez, Cristian Javier, and Hunter Brown announced as starters for the first three games.