#14
of 25
Justin Verlander
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Justin Verlander has maintained ace-level performance into his late 30s. He won multiple Cy Young Awards in different phases of his career. Verlander pairs strikeout dominance with durability. His career ERA+ sits comfortably above league average across decades. He threw two no-hitters and dominated postseason play. Verlander adjusted mechanics mid-career to extend his prime. He thrived in both the American League Central and West. His fastball velocity aged remarkably well. He consistently carried playoff-caliber staffs. Verlander’s blend of longevity and peak makes him elite.
Career Numbers
266-159
W-L
3.33
ERA
3,560
K
3,576.2
IP
26
CG
9
SHO
Justin Verlander at No. 14
On Top 25 Starting Pitchers in History of MLB Baseball, Justin Verlander sits at number 14 of 25. Justin Verlander's pitching line on the card: 266 wins, a 3.33 ERA, 3,560 strikeouts. The Explore section links Justin Verlander's debut decade, the 2000s, and other players born in USA. Steve Carlton is ranked just above at 13 while Max Scherzer follows at 15. The order reflects the list's own criteria, set out in its introduction; the statistics are the site's standard career totals.