Photo:Adam Glanzman/MLB Photos via GettyJustin Verlanderis batting back allegations that he’s a “diva.”In a rarepost on X, formerly known as Twitter, earlier this week, the newest (and oldest) member of the Houston Astros seemingly responded to a report in theNew York Postwhich called into question the three-time Cy Young winner’s attitude during his four-month stint with the New York Mets.“I want to say that I have nothing but respect for the Mets organization and I enjoyed connecting with all of my teammates this season…new and old! It truly was a wonderful group of people,” Verlander, 40, wrote.He continued, “That being said, we all know the success of a team is made up of more than just the players on the field, everyone’s input is valuable. I’m sorry to hear that a staff member took offense to constructive criticism on how we could improve.”ThePoststory alleges that the pitcher was “largely detached” from his Mets teammates this year, and that he was critical of the team’s analytics department, saying they were inferior to his previous team, the Astros.Elsa/GettyThe claims come as the Mets have endured a disappointing sub-.500 season so far. At the trade deadline, in addition to Verlander, ace pitcher Max Scherzer was traded to the Texas Rangers.Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.After Verlander helped theHouston Astros win the World Serieslast November, he opted to become a free agent, instead of staying with the Astros and getting the $25 million salary he would have earned next year.In December, he signed a two-year contract with theMets worth $86 million, according to multiple reports.Despite his short time with the Mets, Verlander is taking the long game: “Wishing nothing but the best to the Mets moving forward,” he wrote.
Photo:Adam Glanzman/MLB Photos via Getty
Adam Glanzman/MLB Photos via Getty
Justin Verlanderis batting back allegations that he’s a “diva.”In a rarepost on X, formerly known as Twitter, earlier this week, the newest (and oldest) member of the Houston Astros seemingly responded to a report in theNew York Postwhich called into question the three-time Cy Young winner’s attitude during his four-month stint with the New York Mets.“I want to say that I have nothing but respect for the Mets organization and I enjoyed connecting with all of my teammates this season…new and old! It truly was a wonderful group of people,” Verlander, 40, wrote.He continued, “That being said, we all know the success of a team is made up of more than just the players on the field, everyone’s input is valuable. I’m sorry to hear that a staff member took offense to constructive criticism on how we could improve.”ThePoststory alleges that the pitcher was “largely detached” from his Mets teammates this year, and that he was critical of the team’s analytics department, saying they were inferior to his previous team, the Astros.Elsa/GettyThe claims come as the Mets have endured a disappointing sub-.500 season so far. At the trade deadline, in addition to Verlander, ace pitcher Max Scherzer was traded to the Texas Rangers.Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.After Verlander helped theHouston Astros win the World Serieslast November, he opted to become a free agent, instead of staying with the Astros and getting the $25 million salary he would have earned next year.In December, he signed a two-year contract with theMets worth $86 million, according to multiple reports.Despite his short time with the Mets, Verlander is taking the long game: “Wishing nothing but the best to the Mets moving forward,” he wrote.
Justin Verlanderis batting back allegations that he’s a “diva.”
In a rarepost on X, formerly known as Twitter, earlier this week, the newest (and oldest) member of the Houston Astros seemingly responded to a report in theNew York Postwhich called into question the three-time Cy Young winner’s attitude during his four-month stint with the New York Mets.
“I want to say that I have nothing but respect for the Mets organization and I enjoyed connecting with all of my teammates this season…new and old! It truly was a wonderful group of people,” Verlander, 40, wrote.
He continued, “That being said, we all know the success of a team is made up of more than just the players on the field, everyone’s input is valuable. I’m sorry to hear that a staff member took offense to constructive criticism on how we could improve.”
ThePoststory alleges that the pitcher was “largely detached” from his Mets teammates this year, and that he was critical of the team’s analytics department, saying they were inferior to his previous team, the Astros.
Elsa/Getty
The claims come as the Mets have endured a disappointing sub-.500 season so far. At the trade deadline, in addition to Verlander, ace pitcher Max Scherzer was traded to the Texas Rangers.
Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.
After Verlander helped theHouston Astros win the World Serieslast November, he opted to become a free agent, instead of staying with the Astros and getting the $25 million salary he would have earned next year.
In December, he signed a two-year contract with theMets worth $86 million, according to multiple reports.
Despite his short time with the Mets, Verlander is taking the long game: “Wishing nothing but the best to the Mets moving forward,” he wrote.
source: people.com
