When former Houston Astros ace Justin Verlander stepped off the mound after 4 2/3 innings against the Los Angeles Angels last September, he didn't realize the significance of the moment. "I didn't really realize it was probably my last start here,

Justin Verlander said there was “mutual interest” about a potential reunion with the Houston Astros this offseason before the future Hall of Fame starter signed his free-agent deal with the San Francisco Giants.

Justin Verlander had a year to forget in 2024. He went 5-6 with a 5.48 ERA in 17 starts with the Houston Astros, and the Astros did not renew his contract for 2025. According to Verlander, Houston had interest in a potential reunion,