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Astros' Justin Verlander opts out of player option, becomes free agent
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Houston Astros: Justin Verlander triggers 2023 player option
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MLB Trade Deadline: Verlander to Astros Completes Cohen's Purge –
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Four Thoughts on the Re-Signing of Justin Verlander
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Verlander, Valdez, and the home stretch of the season
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Justin Verlander leaves Astros, agrees to 2-year contract with Mets – Houston Public Media
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Verlander is back with the Astros after a 'whirlwind' few days following his trade from the Mets
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ALCS: Justin Verlander Dominates for Astros in Win Over Yankees - The New York Times
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Justin Verlander has Astros one win away from World Series title - Los Angeles Times
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The extraordinary Justin Verlander is 39 … and the best pitcher in baseball, Houston Astros