Justin Verlander

Right-handed pitcher Justin Verlander has won three American League Cy Young Awards, earning the honors in 2011, 2019, and 2022. In 2011, he achieved a rare double by also winning the American League Most Valuable Player (MVP) award. These accolades solidify his status as one of the premier pitchers of his generation.

Throughout his career, Justin Verlander has primarily split his time between the Detroit Tigers and the Houston Astros. He spent the first 13 years of his career with the Tigers before being traded to the Astros in 2017, where he helped them win a World Series. In 2023, he briefly played for the New York Mets before returning to the Astros.

Justin Verlander won his first American League Cy Young Award in 2011. That season was historically dominant for him, as he also captured the AL MVP award, achieving a rare pitching triple crown. He led the league in wins, strikeouts, and ERA, firmly establishing his elite status at just 28 years old.

Justin Verlander has won two World Series championships during his career. He won his first title with the Houston Astros in 2017, shortly after being traded from the Tigers. He captured his second ring in 2022, also with the Astros, capping off a season where he won his third Cy Young Award.