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Justin Verlander brilliant, Astros beat Mariners in opener
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Verlander holds Twins scoreless, Alvarez and Altuve power Astros
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Alvarez has 3 HRs, Astros down A's to clinch playoff berth
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Justin Verlander wins 12th game, Astros beat A's 5-0
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Justin Verlander to start Game 5 2022 World Series
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Justin Verlander opts for Tommy John surgery, likely shelving him
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Astros 3, Phillies 2: How Houston won Game 5 of World Series
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Phillies vs. Astros final score, results: J.T. Realmuto powers