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Justin Verlander responds to Mets staffer's claim of ace's 'diva
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Justin Verlander trade seeming more likely with Astros looming
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Verlander is back with the Astros after a 'whirlwind' few days
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NY Mets Trade Justin Verlander Back To Houston Astros
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Justin Verlander traded to Astros for 2 prospects
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Justin Verlander returning to Houston Astros after trade with New
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Justin Verlander traded to Astros for 2 prospects
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MLB trade deadline Mets send Verlander back to Houston; Red Sox
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Astros reacquire Justin Verlander from Mets, Local
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Justin Verlander traded to Astros for 2 prospects
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Justin Verlander reunites with Astros after Mets trade ace (report
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Astros reacquire Justin Verlander from Mets, a deal owner Jim