Astros' Justin Verlander keeps climbing list of toughest pitchers to face Twins

Verlander was at his best — again — against the Twins on Tuesday night, throwing six no-hit innings in Houston's 4-2 victory.

August 24, 2022 at 4:30AM
Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander throws against the Minnesota Twins during the first inning of a baseball game Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2022, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Astros righthander Justin Verlander threw six no-hit innings against the Twins on Tuesday night. (David J. Phillip, Associated Press/The Minnesota Star Tribune)

Pitching gems

With Justin Verlander's latest masterpiece against the Twins — six no-hit innings in a 4-2 victory Tuesday night — he moved into a tie for fourth among pitchers with the most career wins vs. the Twins.

30: Mark Buehrle (19 losses)

24: Roger Clemens (13)

23: Jack Morris (12)

22: Chuck Finley (17)

22: Mike Mussina (6)

22: Mel Stottlemyre (12)

22: Justin Verlander (10)

21: Jim Palmer (12)

20: Nolan Ryan (11)

20: CC Sabathia (10)

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Phil Miller

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Phil Miller has covered the Twins for the Star Tribune since 2013. Previously, he covered the University of Minnesota football team, and from 2007-09, he covered the Twins for the Pioneer Press.

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