Who are the parents of Justin Verlander?

Last Modified Mar 3, 2025 18:36 GMT
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Justin Verlander. Source: Getty Images

​Justin Verlander is an accomplished pitcher in Major League Baseball history, playing for the San Fransisco Giants, as of March 2025. A three-time Cy Young Award winner in 2011, 2019, 2022 and the 2011 American League MVP, he has consistently been among the game's elite. Verlander has won two World Series championships in 2017 and in 2022. Additionally, he was named ALCS MVP in 2017. He is a nine-time All-Star and has led the league in strikeouts five times, wins four times, and ERA twice.

Throughout his career, Justin Verlander has thrown three no-hitters, making him one of only six pitchers in MLB history to achieve that feat. He is also one of only two players to win a World Series, Cy Young, MVP, and Rookie of the Year. After undergoing surgery in 2020, he made a remarkable comeback in 2022, winning the Cy Young Award where he led the Houston Astros to another championship.

Justin Verlander’s parents

Richard Verlander and Kathy Verlander are the parents of the MLB star Justin Verlander. They raised Justin along with his sibling Ben Verlander. The couple hail from Virginia in the United States, and have lived in Manakin-Sabot for the better part of their life.

Who is Justin Verlander’s mother?

Kathy Verlander is the mother of Justin Verlander. According to an interview in the Health Journal, Kathy formerly played tennis and was a swimmer.

​Who is Justin Verlander’s father?

Richard Verlander is the father of Justin Verlander. Richard spent most of his career in the telephone industry and served as president of his local union. Upon retiring from there, he began a career as a writer, speaker, and consultant. (via Michigan Live).

What is the nationality of Justin Verlander's parents?

Justin Verlander's parents are American nationals.

FAQs on Justin Verlander

A. Justin Verlander's parents are Kathy and Richard Verlander.

A. Justin Verlander and Ben Verlander are brothers.

 
 
 

A. Yes,  Justin Verlander's wife Kate Elizabeth is a model and actress.

A. Justin Verlander's maternal grandmother Olympia Caponi is of Italian Heritage, making Justin of Italian descent.

A. Justin Verlander has worn the No. 35 ever since his days as an ace at Old Dominion University -- a tribute to one of his heroes, Frank Thomas.

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