For over a decade, Kate Upton has been supporting Justin Verlander’s MLB career. Well, the future Hall of Famer made his final start this past Saturday.
Verlander, who made his MLB debut in July 2005, spent 14 years with the Detroit Tigers. He also had stints with the Houston Astros, New York Mets and San Francisco Giants, finishing his career with a 3.33 ERA, 266 wins and 3,560 strikeouts.
“We’ve been through a lot over the years,” Verlander told Tigers fans before his final start, via MLB.com. “Your love and support has meant the world to me. That love and support has solidified for me that I am, and always will be, a Detroit Tiger.”
Now, Verlander will get to enjoy retirement alongside Upton and their two children.
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While on NBC’s “Today” this Tuesday, Upton was asked how she’s feeling now that Verlander is officially retired.
Upton, a legendary Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model, isn’t exactly going to miss watching 162 games of baseball every year.
“I’m so excited,” Upton replied. “I am never watching another baseball game again.”
One of the best of his generation.
Verlander ranks eighth all-time in career strikeouts, trailing Nolan Ryan, Randy Johnson, Roger Clemens, Tom Seaver and a few others.
At his peak, Verlander was considered the best ace in the American League. He won three Cy Young awards, which included a flawless 2022 season at the age of 39.
There’s no question Verlander will and should be a first-ballot Hall of Famer.
