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Detroit Tigers: Justin Verlander's deal is in limbo with lockout
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Justin Verlander opts out of contract, becomes free agent
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Back in Detroit, Justin Verlander talks World Series misses, Miggy
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Ex-Tigers in World Series: 2 players, plus manager who grew up
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Justin Verlander had the perfect response to the Yankees-Tigers
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Justin Verlander's Miraculous Astros Comeback Changes What Was
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Justin Verlander once considered reuniting with Detroit Tigers
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Justin Verlander 'always open to the idea' of returning to Detroit
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Justin Verlander's 2011 MVP season, thoughts on Detroit Tigers reunion