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Justin Verlander to start Opening Day for Astros
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New Astro Justin Verlander: Important to 'make a good first
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Mets trade former ODU star Justin Verlander back to the Astros, AP
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Astros Ace Pitcher Justin Verlander Throws Third No-Hitter Of His
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MLB playoffs: Astros' Justin Verlander in Hall of Fame form
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Verlander first in MLB to 12 wins, Astros beat Athletics 5-0
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Houston Astros: Justin Verlander to start playoff opener
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Houston Astros: Justin Verlander's return 'feels like opening day
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Astros reacquire Justin Verlander from Mets, a deal owner Jim
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Astros top M's 5-1 to open key series in playoff race
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Houston Astros: When will Justin Verlander make first start?
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Justin Verlander pitches 7 innings to start second stint with