Justin Verlander

Justin Verlander Isn’t Good Anymore And Other Random Thoughts

Justin Verlander had one of his worst starts for the Tigers in game one of a series against the Rangers.

97.1 The Ticket–2013/05/17

ARLINGTON, TX - MAY 16: Justin Verlander #35 of the Detroit Tigers throws against the Texas Rangers in the first inning at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington on May 16, 2013 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Rick Yeatts/Getty Images)

What’s Wrong With Justin Verlander?

It is time to talk about the white elephant in the room.

97.1 The Ticket–2013/05/17

HOUSTON - MAY 05: Pitcher Justin Verlander #35 of the Detroit Tigers in the dugout after giving up a no-hitter in the seventh inning against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park on May 5, 2013 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)

Verlander, Darvish Set For Showdown In Texas

Justin Verlander and Yu Darvish will face each other Thursday night in Arlington, Texas, in one of the most enticing pitching showdowns of the season so far.

97.1 The Ticket–2013/05/15

Justin Verlander #35 of the Detroit Tigers throws a fourth inning pitch while playing the Kansas City Royals at Comerica Park on April 25, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Verlander On The Mound Vs Cleveland

Justin Verlander has been the same old workhorse for the Detroit Tigers, but manager Jim Leyland is still being cautious not to overwork his ace.

97.1 The Ticket–2013/05/11

DETROIT, MI - APRIL 30: Prince Fielder #28 of the Detroit Tigers hits a two run home run to right field scoring Miguel Cabrera #24 during the fifth inning of the game against the Minnesota Twins at Comerica Park on April 30, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Leon Halip/Getty Images)

Cabrera And Fielder Homer, Tigers Beat Twins 6-1

Miguel Cabrera and Prince Fielder each hit a two-run homer, Justin Verlander pitched seven strong innings and the Detroit Tigers beat the Minnesota Twins 6-1 Tuesday night for their fifth straight victory.

97.1 The Ticket–2013/04/30

DETROIT, MI - APRIL 25: Prince Fielder #28 of the Detroit Tigers reacts after scoring a run in the fifth inning while playing the Kansas City Royals at Comerica Park on April 25, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Royals Score 5 In 10th, Beat Tigers 8-3

Alex Gordon’s grand slam highlighted a five-run 10th inning for the Kansas City Royals, who rallied against the Detroit bullpen for an 8-3 win Thursday after Tigers ace Justin Verlander left with a thumb injury.

97.1 The Ticket–2013/04/25

DETROIT, MI - APRIL 25: Justin Verlander #35 of the Detroit Tigers throws a fourth inning pitch while playing the Kansas City Royals at Comerica Park on April 25, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Verlander Leaves Game With Injured Thumb

Justin Verlander has left Detroit’s game against Kansas City on Thursday with what the team described as cracked skin on his right thumb.

97.1 The Ticket–2013/04/25

BOSTON, MA - MAY 29: Justin Verlander #35 of the Detroit Tigers throws against the Boston Red Soxs at Fenway Park May 29, 2012 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jim Rogash/Getty Images)

Justin Verlander The Tough-Luck Loser Again

Tigers starting pitcher Justin Verlander was terrific for most of Thursday’s start against the Mariners, but his teammates failed to provide him with adequate support, in a 2-0 loss.

97.1 The Ticket–2013/04/19

SEATTLE, WA - APRIL 18: Starting pitcher Justin Verlander #35 of the Detroit Tigers pitches against the Seattle Mariners at Safeco Field on April 18, 2013 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images)

Mariners Shut Out Tigers 2-0

Kyle Seager hit a two-out RBI double off Justin Verlander in the seventh inning to break a scoreless tie and help give the Seattle Mariners a 2-0 victory over the Detroit Tigers Thursday.

97.1 The Ticket–2013/04/18