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Houston Astros' Justin Verlander earns first World Series victory
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Justin Verlander returning to Houston Astros after trade with Mets
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World Series: Game 5 starter Justin Verlander wants first WS win
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Astros' Justin Verlander declines option, becomes free agent
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Scherzer, Verlander to face off for first time in Astros vs
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Justin Verlander gets World Series win as Astros beat Phillies
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Verlander, seeking 1st World Series win, opens for Astros
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Photo gallery: Justin Verlander celebrates first World Series win
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Justin Verlander caps Cy Young-caliber season with five no-hit
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Fire meets fire in Verlander vs. Strasburg
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