# Verlander's final pitch

> Justin Verlander pitches last game before retirement.
- Title: Verlander's final pitch · Mlb | Shortify
- Summary: Justin Verlander pitches last game before retirement. Justin Verlander makes final regular-season start for Tigers after skipping rehab to retire.
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- Source: Mlb — https://mlb.com/news/justin-verlander-honored-by-tigers-teammates-before-final-start-of-career
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- Topics: justin verlander, tigers, mlb, regular season, retirement, pitching, caring for daughter, sports
## Verlander's final start
Justin Verlander prepares for his 557th and final regular-season start.
## Anxious for Saturday
Verlander feels nervous about his final game, saying it's like playoff anxiety.
## No script for retirement
Verlander says there's no script for his final pitch.

> There’s no script
## Preparation for last game
Verlander did bullpen sessions and a one-inning simulated game before retiring.
## Family ceremony
Verlander received retirement gifts with family and teammates watching.
## Daughter's first pitch
Verlander's daughter Genevieve throws her first pitch in a ceremonial game.

> She's got to get better at catching
## Key takeaway

Justin Verlander makes final regular-season start for Tigers after skipping rehab to retire.