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Justin Verlander booed off mound as reeling Mets fall to Rays
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Altuve hits go-ahead homer in 9th, Astros take 3-2 lead over
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Mets trade Justin Verlander to Astros, keep unloading future Hall
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Justin Verlander's 2023 player option contingent on 2022 innings
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Justin Verlander reportedly signs with New York Mets for two years
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Sources: New York Mets, Justin Verlander reach agreement - ABC13
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Ho-hum! Astros trade for Justin Verlander again – ALL THINGS ASTROS
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Justin Verlander Opens Up On Astros Trade, Mets' Disappointing
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Mets Trading Justin Verlander + Astros DONE With Jose Abreu!? 2023