Dec 20, 2022; NY, NY, USA; New York Mets pitcher Justin Verlander (left) speaks to the media with general manager Billy Eppler during a press conference at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
The New York Mets big-ticket free agent signing this offseason is excited to get to work. Despite being 39 years old, coming off a World Series title, with nothing left to prove, Justin Verlander is pumped to be a Met and thrilled to play for Buck Showalter.
Mets’ Justin Verlander speaks glowingly on Buck Showalter:
Over the weekend, Verlander gave an acceptance speech for his 2022 AL Cy Young Award and expressed tons of joy on this upcoming season.