Verban did not reach the major leagues until the age of 28, when he joined the St. Louis Cardinals. He distinguished himself in the 1944 World Series against the St. Louis Browns, batting .412 (7 for 17) and driving in the deciding run in Game Six as the Cardinals won, 4 games to 2.
Verban's late entry into the major leagues occurred when he was 28 years old, joining the St. Louis Cardinals. He made a significant impact in the 1944 World Series against the St. Louis Browns, hitting .412 (7 for 17) and driving in the winning run in Game Six as the Cardinals secured the series, 4 games to 2.