Verlander Returns as Giants Boost Roster, Trade Harrison

Justin Verlander, the 42-year-old three-time Cy Young Award winner, has been activated from the injured list by the San Francisco Giants after recovering from a right pectoral strain. Verlander, who holds an 0-4 record and an ERA above 4.30 over 11 starts in his first season with the Giants, returns as the team intensifies its NL West playoff push. The Giants recently strengthened their roster by acquiring Rafael Devers and welcoming back starting catcher Patrick Bailey from injury. In related moves, Logan Porter and Tristan Beck were optioned to Triple-A Sacramento. The team also traded top pitching prospect Kyle Harrison to Boston. Giants officials hope Verlander's experience and health can help stabilize their rotation as the season progresses.