Verlander's velocity was down in 2024. But that doesn't tell the whole story behind his struggles or what to expect from him in 2025.

Verlander was way better than his numbers with the Astros in 2024, and there's almost no such thing as a risky one-year deal. Look for him to pad his Hall of Fame resume.

Justin Verlander is set to return to MLB for a 20th season in the bigs, only it won't be with the Houston Astros. The three-time Cy Young winner has reportedly agreed to a one-year contract with the San Francisco Giants, according to ESPN's Jeff Passan. The deal is worth $15 million, according to ESPN’s Jesse Rogers.