Houston Astros pitcher Justin Verlander announced he will need Tommy John surgery in an Instagram post Saturday.
"After consulting with several of the best doctors, it has become clear that I need Tommy John surgery," the post read. "I was hopeful that I would be able to return to competition in 2020, however, during my simulated game unfortunately the injury worsened. Obviously I’m extremely disappointed, but I will not let this slow down my aspirations for my career. I will approach this rehab the only way I know, attack and don’t look back.