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Ex-Tiger Verlander 'not exactly the same as I was' after Tommy John surgery
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Houston Astros: Justin Verlander is having fun — and as good as ever
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Evaluating each Detroit Tigers player entering offseason
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The Amazing Justin Verlander
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Mets' Steve Cohen wasn't letting Justin Verlander get away
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Detroit Tigers pitchers, including Justin Verlander, accused of doctoring baseballs
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Justin Verlander Cy Young contender coming off Tommy John
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Houston Astros: Justin Verlander adds to his World Series role
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Justin Verlander is the Mets' smart gamble
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Justin Verlander potential team fits as free agent
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Pipe dream Detroit Tigers roster that could compete for World Series in 2022