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2023 MLB trade deadline tracker: Justin Verlander goes to Astros
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Justin Verlander traded to Astros for 2 prospects
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Justin Verlander rejoins Astros to highlight quiet MLB trade
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MLB trade deadline: Justin Verlander's return to Houston
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Justin Verlander traded to Astros for 2 prospects
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2023 MLB trade deadline takeaways: AL West goes all in; Mets pivot
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