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Verlander, Astros hold off Twins in ALDS opener
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Astros take series opener vs. Mariners behind Verlander gem - ESPN
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Justin Verlander leaves Astros, agrees to 2-year contract with Mets – Houston Public Media
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Red Sox Reportedly Pursued Ace Pitcher At MLB Trade Deadline
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AP Source: Justin Verlander signs two-year, $86.66M deal with Mets
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MLB free agency and trade predictions for all 30 teams: Justin Verlander leaves Houston? - The Athletic
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Houston Astros acquire Justin Verlander from New York Mets - ESPN
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MLB trade deadline 2023: Tracking all the trades on the final day
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Kyle Tucker homers to back up a strong start by Justin Verlander as the Astros beat the Red Sox
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Verlander holds Twins scoreless, Alvarez and Altuve power Astros to 6-4 victory in ALDS opener, Sports
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NY Mets Monday Morning GM: 3 free agent pitchers for the price of 1 Justin Verlander
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Justin Verlander rejoins Houston Astros in New York after trade