Justin Verlander

Justin Brooks Verlander is a renowned American baseball pitcher who plays for the American Houston Astros of Major League Baseball. He is also had played for the Detroit Tigers of MLB. A book on Justin Brook by his parents revealed his life experiences and progress titled Rocks Across the Pond: Lessons Learned, Stories Told. In the year 2003, Verlander successfully led the United States National Team to a silver medal at the Pan American Games. He is one of the famous baseball players felicitated with numerous awards.

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Biography and Early Life

The renowned eight-time MBL star was born on 20th February to his parents in the state of Virginia. The Richmond baseball Academy sharped his talent as a young player and was observed as a champion baseball player. After graduating from high school, he led his team to numerous victories, as he gained popularity in the college baseball game.

He played a significant role in bringing home the silver medal for the United States national team during the Pan American Games in 2003. In 2004, he was acknowledged the received the Old Dominion University’s Alumni Association’s Male Athlete of the Year award for his outstanding contribution to the baseball field.

Age, Height, Weight & Body Measurement

So, how old is Justin Verlander in 2021 and what is his height and weight? Well, Justin Verlander’s age is 38 years old as of today’s date 2nd August 2021 having been born on 20 February 1983. Though, he is 6′ 4″ in feet and inches and 196 cm in Centimetres tall, he weighs about 236 lbs in Pound and 107kg in Kilograms.

Education

Justin has done his schooling at Goochland High School, Virginia. He attended Old Dominion University (ODU) and played college baseball for the Monarchs.

Personal Life: Dating, Girlfriends, Wife, Kids

He started dating the gorgeous model and actress Kate Upton in early 2014, and the couple happily got engaged in 2016. In 2014 many of Verlander and his girlfriend’s private pictures were leaked online, making it a media bite for controversy. In 2017 after Justin’s triumphant win in the World Series with the Astros, Justin married Kate in Italy. The couple is blessed with a daughter.

Is Justine Verlander Gay?

No, he is currently married to a beautiful actress Kate Upton with whom he has a daughter. He is currently living a happy family life, which proves the fact that his sexual orientation is straight.

Professional Career

Verlander took his baseball lessons from Richmond baseball academy during his school days; soon after joining the academy, he was recognized for his quick throw 135 km/h fastball. During the 1st year in ODU, his velocity increased to 140 km/h. He smashes his self records in 2004 by establishing a new Colonial Athletic Association record with 151 strikeouts. His professional baseball career commenced when the Detroit Tigers chose him with the second overall pick in 2004 MLB.

In 2005 Verlander began his professional career with the two of Detroit’s minor league affiliates. He lost both of his major league starts records in 2005. He was cited on the disabled list due to tightness in his shoulder and his season ended in early August. In 2006, he became the first rookie pitcher to win ten games before the end of June.

Verlander’s accomplishments persisted in 2007, whereas, in 2008, he lost four bacs to back games.  2011 marked to be Verlander’s best career strikeouts/9 innings percentage in Tiger’s history. During 2014 he struggled a lot as his strikeouts were down to 6.8 per 9 innings pitched. In 2015 Verlander completed a 5-8 record in 20 starts score.

He recorded his first career RBI in a game against Colorado Rockies, which was his ultimate game as Tiger. During the 2017 postseason, Verlander got recognition for his six appearances and five starts being established with a 4-1 record score gaining him a 2.21 ERA. In 2018, he had 200 career wins, 2500 strikeouts, and was the Cy Young runner-up.

In 2020 he had to stop his game due to a forearm strain and injury. He went through surgery and currently place under 60-day injured list restrictions till he recovers to be fit to back again.

Awards

Following are the awards and achievements received by Justin in his entire career:

• American League Championship Series MVP(2011),(2017)
• Cy Young Award (2011,2019)
• Major League Baseball All-star.
• Triple Crown
• World Series Champion
• American League MVP
• Major league baseball

Net Worth, Salary & Earnings of Justin Verlander in 2021

As of 2021, The estimated net worth of Justin Verlander is $110 million, with his net annual salary being $28 million approx. All his assets are from the successful baseball career that he persuades he has signed a $180 million contract with Detroit Tigers and is also engaged in endorsements.

Some Interesting Facts You Need To Know

• He ranks second among the active pitchers in games own, behind only CC Sabathia.
• Justin and his brother played together in one match during the spring training.

Justin Verlander has been one of baseball’s most marketable players. Despite Baseball matches, he appeared in two episodes of the sports-based TV series. He has shown immense talent and prospered in the field of baseball. However, he is now struggling to recover from his surgery.