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2022 World Series - Astros beat Phillies, become MLB dynasty - ESPN
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Astros' Justin Verlander's World Series woes continue vs Phillies - Sports Illustrated
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Vintage Verlander silences Seattle as Astros top M's 5-1 to open key series in playoff race
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Mets Trade Justin Verlander to Houston Astros for Two Prospects - The New York Times
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Justin Verlander looks 'like he never left' in 2023 Astros debut - The Athletic
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Ken Hoffman predicts how the Houston Astros will fare without award-winning ace Justin Verlander - CultureMap Houston
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2022 World Series - Astros beat Phillies, become MLB dynasty - ESPN
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MLB playoffs: Astros walk-off in extras to even ALCS with Yankees
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New Astro Justin Verlander: Important to 'make a good first impression
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Justin Verlander Shares Tender Moment with Kate Upton After Shrugging Off Tabloid Tricks: Pitching Like a Boss, the Midnight Ace Just Refuses to Let the Astros Lose
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Justin Verlander Heading Back to Houston Astros: Report