Justin Verlander achieved 3,500 career strikeouts during a game where the Giants lost 8-0 to the Nationals. Despite striking out six batters and achieving a significant milestone, Verlander noted his frustrations with his current season, holding a 1-9 record and a 4.53 ERA after the game. He recognized similarities between his performances this year and his successful 2022 season, although the outcomes have been disappointing. Verlander remains motivated, stating that his pitching 'stuff's great' and expressing appreciation for reaching the milestone.
Verlander struck out the side in the first inning against the Nationals to become the 10th pitcher in MLB history to reach 3,500 career strikeouts. However, he struggled in the game overall as the Giants fell 8-0, with Verlander allowing five runs and 11 hits, leading to a season record of 1-9 with a 4.53 ERA.
Despite the frustration of his current season, Verlander mentioned, "I've spent a lot of the season looking at comparables. It's right on par, literally almost up and down the board, with [2022] when I won the Cy Young. So, I think the stuff is just fine. The results have been frustrating."
Verlander expressed mixed feelings about achieving 3,500 strikeouts. Saying, "I was happy to get there, happy to have a moment with the fans, cool milestone. I really appreciate what it's taken to get there," he reflected on both the achievement and his disappointing season.
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