Astros’ Justin Verlander hit hard again vs. Angels, says he returned from neck injury ‘a little fast’

In what might have been his final start at Minute Maid Park as a member of the Astros, Justin Verlander got hit hard again Friday, this time surrendering six runs in 4 2/3 innings against an unimpressive Angels lineup. The offense picked him up and Houston won the game (HOU 9, LAA 7), but Verlander now has an 8.89 ERA in six starts since coming off the injured list.

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