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Justin Verlander is back with the Astros after a 'whirlwind' few days following his trade from the Mets
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Sources - New York Mets, Justin Verlander reach agreement - ESPN
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Justin Verlander traded by Mets back to Astros in MLB deadline deal
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Mets trade Justin Verlander to Astros at deadline
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Justin Verlander trade rumors: Houston Astros have a strong interest in re-acquiring the ace
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Astros reacquire Justin Verlander from Mets, a deal owner Jim Crane tells AP was an easy decision
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Justin Verlander landing spots: Dodgers, Reds highlight teams that could trade for Mets ace
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Verlander going back to Houston highlights flurry of trades ahead
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Kate Upton welcomed by Astros fans after Justin Verlander-Mets trade
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Justin Verlander trade gives Astros the pitching depth they needed - Sports Illustrated
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Mets package Justin Verlander, cash in trade to Astros for top OF prospects
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Houston Astros: After AL Central battles, veterans get new perspective
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Mets trade Justin Verlander to Astros, keep unloading future Hall of Famers
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Justin Verlander has once again returned to ace form - Beyond the Box Score