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FILE- In this July 24, 2020, file photo, Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander throws against the Seattle Mariners during the first inning of a baseball game in Houston. The Astros announced Saturday, Sept. 19, 2020, that Verlander needs Tommy John surgery and could miss the entire 2021 season. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)

Astros’ Verlander needs elbow surgery, likely out thru 2021

Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander throws against the Seattle Mariners during the third inning of a baseball game Friday, July 24, 2020, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Astros’ Verlander out at least two weeks with forearm strain

Astros ace Verlander resumes throwing after groin surgery

Houston Astros pitcher Justin Verlander warms up prior to a spring training baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals, Tuesday, March 3, 2020, in Jupiter, Fla. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Astros ace Justin Verlander has surgery on groin

Houston Astros pitcher Justin Verlander walks in the dugout after pitching to the St. Louis Cardinals in the first inning of a spring training baseball game, Tuesday, March 3, 2020, in Jupiter, Fla. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Verlander has lat strain, unlikely to be ready for opener

Houston Astros pitcher Justin Verlander throws a pitch during the first inning of a spring training baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals, Tuesday, March 3, 2020, in Jupiter, Fla. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Astros ace Verlander pulled early with triceps soreness

Houston Astros pitcher Justin Verlander throws a pitch during the first inning of a spring training baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals, Tuesday, March 3, 2020, in Jupiter, Fla. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Verlander says groin tightness no longer a concern

Scratched from start, Verlander pleased with simulated game

Houston Astros pitcher Justin Verlander poses for a photographer during photo day before a spring training baseball practice Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020, in West Palm Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

Verlander, approaching age 37, hopes to remain among elite

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg reacts after Houston Astros' Michael Brantley grounded out to end the fifth inning of Game 6 of the baseball World Series Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Strasburg, Nats top Astros 7-2, force World Series Game 7

Houston Astros starting pitcher Gerrit Cole throws against the Washington Nationals during the first inning of Game 5 of the baseball World Series Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019, in Washington. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Cole, powerful Astros hammer Nats 7-1, lead World Series 3-2

Washington Nationals' Kurt Suzuki rounds the bases after a home run off Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander during the seventh inning of Game 2 of the baseball World Series Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Astros’ Verlander 1st pitcher to go 0-5 in World Series

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg reacts after the out out in the sixth inning of Game 2 of the baseball World Series against the Houston Astros Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Strasburg stars as Nats rout Astros for 2-0 Series lead

Fans watch batting practice before Game 2 of the baseball World Series between the Houston Astros and the Washington Nationals Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

The Latest: Nats dominate Astros, take 2-0 World Series lead

Houston Astros pose after winning Game 6 of baseball's American League Championship Series against the New York Yankees Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, in Houston. The Astros won 6-4 to win the series 4-2. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Ascending Astros soar from baseball’s bottom to top

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Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Justin Verlander looks out from the dugout before the team's baseball game against the San Francisco Giants, Wednesday, July 5, 2017, in Detroit. Verlander is a rarity in baseball these days. A veteran in his 13th season who has played for only one franchise the entire time. His future in Detroit, once so secure, has become increasingly uncertain. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)

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He went on the injured list after his July 24 start against the Mariners with a right forearm strain and attempted to come back this season, throwing to live batters on Wednesday, but the reigning AL Cy Young winner said “he felt something in (his) elbow” after throwing on Wednesday and opted for Tommy John after seeing the MRI and consulting with doctors.

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“I truly believe that everything happens for a reason," he said.

Astros' Verlander needs elbow surgery, likely out thru 2021 →

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