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Verlander's Hall of Fame Legacy
Justin Verlander's career stats and achievements lead to Hall of Fame induction.
In brief
Justin Verlander's career stats and achievements lead to Hall of Fame induction. Justin Verlander becomes the first pitcher to win Cy Young after zero MLB innings the previous year, securing his Hall of Fame induction. Originally reported by Mlb.
Verlander's debut and farewell
Justin Verlander debuted in 2005 at age 22 and retired at 43 after 557 starts.
Strikeout record
Verlander struck out 3,560 batters, eighth all-time in MLB history.
Exclusive starter
Verlander pitched 557 games, all starts, the second-most in MLB history.
Three no-hitters
Verlander no-hit three teams, including the Brewers and Blue Jays twice.
2019 strikeout season
Verlander struck out 300 batters in 2019, the most recent 300-strikeout season.
Cy Young and MVP
Verlander won both Cy Young and MVP in 2011, a rare feat.
Hall of Fame induction
Verlander becomes the first pitcher to win Cy Young after zero MLB innings the previous year.
The takeaway
Justin Verlander becomes the first pitcher to win Cy Young after zero MLB innings the previous year, securing his Hall of Fame induction.
