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When is Justin Verlander set to return to the Houston Astros lineup?
The Houston Astros have had a demanding schedule and are banking on the experienced 41-year-old pitcher to keep up the pace this season.
Veteran pitcher Justin Verlander will return to action with the Houston Astros after not pitching since June 9 due to neck stiffness.
During his recovery, the 41-year-old pitcher completed two minor league starts with the Double-A Corpus Christi team. He is now set to return from the injured list and pitch in the final game of a three-game series against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday.
“It’s big getting JV on the mound. It’s getting one of the best back in there,” manager Joe Espada said.
“We know what he means. We know he’s part of this winning culture and getting him back is a big boost for our team, especially down the stretch.”
Justin Verlander is 3-2 with a 3.95 ERA in 10 starts this MLB season.
The Houston Astros are looking to get back to their best form after a rocky start in the MLB; they have now taken the lead in the American League West Division with a four-game lead over the Seattle Mariners.