Justin Verlander

San Francisco Giants reliever Ryan Walker explained how Justin Verlander will help the team mentally during the 2025 MLB season.

Kyle Harrison shared his excitement about teamming up with future National Baseball Hall of Famer Justin Verlander on the San Francisco Giants.

Olney noted that, if Stroman "throws 140 innings in 2025, he'll have a player option to make $18.3 million next year." Considering Justin Verlander just signed a one-year deal for $15 million and Martin Perez signed a one-year deal for $5 million, $18.3 million is a lot of money for a 33-year-old pitcher (34 in 2026) who is coming off a year where he posted a 4.31 ERA and just 131 strikeouts in 154 2/3 innings. That could mean that the Yankees may find it difficult to land a deal for Stroman even if they are willing to eat a significant chunk of his salary.

Sabol was designated for assignment by San Francisco after they signed Justin Verlander on Saturday. The 27-year-old backstop can handle things behind the plate, but also is capable of playing in the outfield. That versatility gives him a good chance to make Boston after spring training, but it's far from a lock.

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