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Justin Verlander pitches 6 shutout innings as Astros beat Twins - ESPN
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Justin Verlander holds Twins scoreless, and Astros offense powers
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Justin Verlander carries Astros past M's in series opener
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Astros' Dusty Baker explains staying with Justin Verlander, using
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