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Justin Verlander Left Off Astros' MLB Playoff Roster for Wild Card Series vs. Tigers

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Following a tumultuous 2024 campaign that was beset by injuries and will go down as one of the worst statistical seasons of his legendary career, Houston Astros veteran starting pitcher Justin Verlander will begin the postseason watching from the bench.

Per Chandler Rome of The Athletic, Verlander did not make the Astros' roster for the AL Wild Card Series against the Detroit Tigers.

This article will be updated soon to provide more information and analysis.

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