Astros RHP Justin Verlander (neck) scratched vs. Tigers

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The Houston Astros scratched right-hander Justin Verlander from Saturday's start against the Detroit Tigers due to neck discomfort.

Verlander (3-2, 3.95 ERA) has been dealing with lingering discomfort for the past couple of weeks, according to Houston manager Joe Espada. The Astros aren't expected to place Verlander on the injured list and are hopeful that skipping this turn