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How Hinch, Tigers 'totally blindsided' Verlander with a perfect sendoff

Justin Verlander concluded his storied career with a final outing for Detroit, pitching 5.3 innings and striking out six batters against Pittsburgh. The veteran right-hander was completely surprised when his young daughter sprinted to the pitching rubber to signal his retirement, leaving him visibly emotional during the team's 4-3 victory.

Manager A.J. Hinch orchestrated the heartfelt surprise by coordinating with Verlander's family to bypass the hurler's notoriously meticulous planning.

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