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Mets and Phillies strike big deals as Verlander and Turner reportedly head to NL East, MLB
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Verlander sharp in 1st start since 2020, heater hits 96 mph
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Astros' Justin Verlander returns to the mound as sharp as ever - The Washington Post
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Astros: Tracking 7 Justin Verlander Career Milestones
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Oakland A's news: Justin Verlander will have Tommy John surgery - Athletics Nation
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Astros GM: Justin Verlander not returning this season
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Verlander leads Astros over D-backs 1-0, and both teams clinch postseason spots
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Justin Verlander talks Houston Astros, his legacy and the spirit of competition that drives him
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Justin Verlander update on Tommy John recovery
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Justin Verlander sharp in 1st start since 2020
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Justin Verlander saluted back at Comerica, Astros beat Tigers 3-2 – Macomb Daily
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Justin Verlander will miss 2021 season
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Astros reacquire Justin Verlander from Mets
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Detroit Tigers: Justin Verlander still hopes to pitch in 2021