Verlander scratched for Astros' game against Tigers because of neck discomfort

Houston Astros ace Justin Verlander was scratched from Saturday's start against the Detroit Tigers because of neck discomfort. “He’s been actually dealing with this for like the last two weeks, trying to pitch through it,” manager Joe Espada said. The Astros are hopeful that the 41-year-old right-hander won't need to go on the injured list.