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Houston Astros Appear to Be Making a Big Decision with Ace Justin Verlander - Fastball
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Justin Verlander scales unprecedented history as veteran Astros pitcher lines up against Rangers' Jordan Montgomery for ALCS clash
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Houston Astros: Justin Verlander's timeline as team's ace
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How old is Justin Verlander? Astros ace continues pitching at Cy Young level into late 30s
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Mets Trade Justin Verlander to Houston Astros for Two Prospects - The New York Times
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Justin Verlander returning to Houston Astros after trade with New York Mets: AP source
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Houston Astros: A 2019 Justin Verlander stat is one of the best of all-time
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Alex Cora applauds Justin Verlander's greatness after in-game episode with Astros' ace
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Mets trading 3-time Cy Young Award winner Justin Verlander to the Astros
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Astros' Justin Verlander declines option, becomes free agent
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The extraordinary Justin Verlander is 39 … and the best pitcher in baseball, Houston Astros