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Justin Verlander’s 7-year-old daughter removes him from final MLB start in tear-jerker moment

Future Hall of Famer Justin Verlander concluded his distinguished career during a weekend matchup against the Pittsburgh Pirates. During the sixth inning, manager A.J.

Hinch orchestrated an emotional farewell by calling Verlander's seven-year-old daughter, Genevieve, out from the stands to signal her father's exit from the mound. The veteran hurler embraced his daughter and his wife, Kate Upton, amid a roaring ovation from the fans in attendance.

Earlier in the season, hip inflammation and a hamstring strain severely limited his playing time, but he managed to strike out six batters and surrender only two runs over five and a third innings in his final appearance.

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