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Report: Astros' Justin Verlander draws interest from NL contender
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Kate Upton celebrates Justin Verlander after Astros' World Series win
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Yankees could take swing at Justin Verlander if he opts out
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Will the Yankees balk at adding Justin Verlander for a third time? - Pinstripe Alley
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What's next after Carlos Correa rejects Astros' qualifying offer?
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Who will sign Justin Verlander if he leaves Astros as free agent?
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MLB news: New York Mets acquire Justin Verlander after Jacob deGrom's departure
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WAMC Sports Report 8/2/23: Verlander going back to Houston highlights MLB trades ahead of deadline
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Justin Verlander will re-sign with Astros: report
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Welcome back. We missed you': Justin Verlander details return to the Houston Astros
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Justin Verlander signs with New York Mets for two years, $86M, reports say
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Aaron Loup and Justin Verlander sign. Plus, Randy Wilkins on Tyler Wade - The Ringer
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Houston Astros ace Justin Verlander scores historic third Cy Young Award - CultureMap Houston
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Justin Verlander declines player option, becomes free agent - ESPN
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New York Mets trade Justin Verlander to Houston Astros