Justin Verlander announces he will retire after this season: 'I've realized that time has come'

One of the greatest pitchers in the history of baseball will be hanging up his cleats after this season. Three-time Cy Young Award winner Justin Verlander announced on Wednesday that the 2026 season will be his last. Amid an injury-riddled season with the Detroit Tigers, Verlander decided that it's time to go. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "This season has challenged me in ways I haven’t experienced before, both physically and mentally. I’ve always believed that as long as I