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Justin Verlander gets high praise from Astros manager Dusty Baker
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Astros' Justin Verlander declines option, becomes free agent
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Mets Trade Justin Verlander to Astros, Yankees Stand Still - The
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Verlander is back with the Astros after a 'whirlwind' few days
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Verlander reportedly close to signing 2 yr deal with the Mets for
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2023 MLB trade deadline: Mets send Justin Verlander back to Astros
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Welcome back. We missed you': Justin Verlander details return to
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Mets Series Preview: Mets face off with defending World Series
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Could Astros pull off blockbuster Justin Verlander trade?