Justin Verlander ready to make Mets debut vs. Tigers

It's always special when Justin Verlander pitches in Detroit. Adding to the intrigue on Thursday is that Verlander will make his long-awaited New York Mets debut against the host Tigers.

Verlander's stint with the Mets was delayed by a right teres major strain. He tuned up with a rehab start at Double-A Binghamton on Friday and tossed 4 2/3 scoreless innings.

"I was hoping it would be quicker, but it just didn't quite c