Veteran right-hander Justin Verlander has signed a one-year, $15 million deal with the San Francisco Giants, as reported by ESPN. This agreement marks a new chapter for the future Hall of Famer at age 42, allowing him to continue his illustrious career in a pitcher-friendly environment. With 20 seasons in the majors ahead of him, Verlander is celebrated as one of his generation's greatest pitchers, boasting impressive stats including the most innings pitched, strikeouts, and wins among active players.

After enduring the most challenging season of his career, Verlander looks to rebound with the Giants, who are also aiming for improved results this year. Limited by shoulder and neck issues, he made only 17 starts last season and recorded an 8.10 ERA over his last seven outings. Despite his declining strikeout rate and increasing home run rate, Verlander's past achievements include three Cy Young Awards and significant contributions to two World Series championships.