Houston Astros pitcher Justin Verlander is progressing well from his shoulder injury and is close to facing hitters. Verlander expressed optimism after a recent bullpen session, stating he feels good and could face hitters soon depending on his recovery over the next few days.
Astros' Justin Verlander 'definitely getting close' to facing live hitters after bullpen session https://t.co/tBO7KyMlIB
Bah god, is that Blake Snell's music? https://t.co/rQdhSsysrD
Joe Espada talks with Justin Verlander while Verlander plays catch. https://t.co/azjWLbILUa
Justin Verlander after yesterday's bullpen: "I feel really good. I'm definitely getting close to facing hitters. If it's not this time, then very soon. I'm hopeful. It depends on how I feel over these next three or four days, but it's definitely on the table."
Justin Verlander threw in the bullpen again today as he inches closer towards facing hitters.
Justin Verlander (shoulder) close to facing hitters https://t.co/WTQecrLvvS