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Justin Verlander Heading Back to Houston Astros: Report
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Justin Verlander a free agent after opting out
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Astros-Mets trade brings Verlander back to Houston at deadline
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Justin Verlander contract: SP signs three-year deal with Mets in
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Justin Verlander leaves Astros, agrees to 2-year contract with
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Justin Verlander returns to Astros with World Series in mind, 300 wins
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Houston Astros acquire Justin Verlander from New York Mets
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Justin Verlander traded to Astros for 2 prospects
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Justin Verlander traded to the Astros, MLB Insider reacts
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Justin Verlander Returns to the Astros Once More
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NY Mets Trade Justin Verlander Back To Houston Astros
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Justin Verlander traded to the Astros, MLB Insider reacts
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Justin Verlander says goodbye to Houston, Astros
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Justin Verlander could return in late September