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Justin Verlander's upcoming final MLB start marks the end of an era for workhorse starting pitchers, as changes in the game have made milestones like 300 career wins unlikely to be achieved again. Despite his dominance and numerous awards, Verlander is unlikely to reach 300 wins or eclipse 3,000 strikeouts, but he is part of the elite 3,000-strikeout club. Today's pitchers rarely sustain the durability and workload seen in Verlander's career due to shifted focus toward bullpen usage and injury concerns. His career exemplifies the changing landscape of starting pitching in baseball.
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