On Justin Verlander's 42nd birthday, Matt Chapman and other Giants teammates helped celebrate the veterans day by singing him a song.

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Justin Verlander celebrated his 42nd birthday on Thursday and San Francisco Giants manager Bob Melvin made sure everyone in the clubhouse was aware of it. During the team’s morning meeting, all the rookies and first-year campers were instructed to get up and sing “Happy Birthday” to the three-time Cy Young Award winner.

Justin Verlander appears to be fitting in quite well with the Giants. In fact, the veteran right-handed pitcher bonded with his new teammates on and off the field after his 42nd birthday on Thursday.

Justin Verlander faced a lot of questions about his future after he endured a rough 2024 campaign with the Houston Astros that saw him post a 5.48 earned run average over 17 starts. After latching on with the San Francisco Giants in free agency this offseason, Verlander has made it clear that he has one big goal laid out in front of him.

As he prepares for his first season in San Francisco — and his 20th season overall — the pitcher is optimistic that he can continue adding to his résumé.

A wheelchair? Yep, you heard that right. Father Time seems to be catching up with Justin Verlander, but not in the way you might think. Luckily, he doesn't actually need any extra help despite being a seasoned veteran.