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Justin Verlander in line to pitch in Detroit vs. Tigers next week
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Houston Astros' Justin Verlander reaches 3,000 career strikeouts
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Astros starter Justin Verlander dominates Guardians
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Justin Verlander strikes out 13, leads Houston Astros over
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This is why baseball fell off, let him continue the game The
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How Astros' Justin Verlander is having most efficient season at 39
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Justin Verlander, Astros face Red Sox in Tanner Houck's return
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Astros' Justin Verlander back to throwing off mound
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Astros losing Justin Verlander massive blow to their present, future
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Justin Verlander snags 12th win, ascends all-time K list
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Verlander's magnificent effort spoiled as Astros fall