# Verlander Retires After Astros Legacy | Houston News

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Podcast: [Houston News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/houston-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7458112)
Published: 2026-07-09T01:42:42+00:00
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Justin Verlander, the Astros’ pitching maestro and two-time World Series hero, has called it quits — and the game itself told him when to walk away. Over two decades, he dominated with a 2.71 ERA, 997 strikeouts, and two Cy Youngs (including two with Houston). Traded back to the Astros in 2023 after a stint with the Mets, he remained a franchise cornerstone — even earning All-Star honors as a Legend Pick despite injury setbacks. His retirement ends an era, leaving Astros fans with unforgettable memories and baseball with the loss of a true legend. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/225d03ee51dce7de

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