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Justin Verlander ready for Game 1 start in 2022 ALCS
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Rosenthal: What I'm hearing ahead of MLB trade deadline as
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Justin Verlander shines in Mets rehab start
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Mets starter Justin Verlander feels good after rehab start: 'I
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Justin Verlander allows back-to-back homers in first inning of
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Verlander gets MLB-leading 12th win as Astros beat A's 5-0
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Justin Verlander trade gives Astros the pitching depth they needed
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Justin Verlander shines in Mets rehab start
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Justin Verlander dominates as NY Mets lose again to Astros
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Astros reunite with Justin Verlander in blockbuster trade with