Astros' Justin Verlander undergoes surgery on right groin

Houston Astros pitcher Justin Verlander (35) during the Houston Astros spring training workouts at the Fitteam Ballpark of The Palm Beaches, in West Palm Beach , Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020. Houston Astros pitcher Justin Verlander (35) during the Houston Astros spring training workouts at the Fitteam Ballpark of The Palm Beaches, in West Palm Beach , Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020. Photo: Karen Warren, Staff Photographer Photo: Karen Warren, Staff Photographer Image 1 of / 6 Caption Close Astros' Justin Verlander undergoes surgery on right groin 1 / 6 Back to Gallery

Astros pitcher Justin Verlander had surgery on his right groin, the team announced.

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Astros general manager James Click said the recovery time is expected to be six weeks. MLB is on hiatus because of the coronavirus for at least eight weeks.

Verlander had a start in spring training delayed by discomfort in his groin, and later was bothered by a strained muscle in his shoulder/back area.

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