When Justin Verlander wants someone verified on Twitter, Twitter listens

By Matt Monagan

March 4, 2014

Former Old Dominion standout Ben Verlander made his Spring Training debut with the Tigers last week. Big brother Justin was proud -- so proud that he thought Ben deserved the ultimate honor:

Ok twitter... @Verly32 made a big league appearance. Time for him to be verified. Retweet if u agree.
— Justin Verlander (@JustinVerlander) March 4, 2014

Five minutes later ...

Wow... That was quick. #verified #twitteristhebest
— Justin Verlander (@JustinVerlander) March 4, 2014

It's good to be a Verlander.