Verlander, meanwhile, insists that he is not done. John Shea of the San Francisco Standard reported that Verlander wants to pitch in 2026. That desire does have a caveat — if Verlander suffers a significant injury, he said he is not interested in a lengthy rehab process to get back on the mound.

There were a lot of reasons for Justin Verlander and the San Francisco Giants to exclaim "sheesh" after Saturday's loss to the Tampa Bay Rays.

The Giants’ losing streak reached seven games — and 15 of 16 at home — despite seven shutout innings from Justin Verlander.

CJ Abrams homered and the Nationals spoiled a milestone achievement by San Francisco's Justin Verlander as Washington beat the Giants 8-0.

Wednesday, August 20: Padres beat Giants,  8-1 Game 2 – Tuesday, August 19: Padres tie series, 5-1 Game 1 – Monday,

Los Angeles swept the Padres, then in first place, last weekend at Dodger Stadium but on Friday the action turns to Petco Park.