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Mad Max returns for Rangers after month away with chance to put
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Justin Verlander Tips His Cap To Miguel Cabrera
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2023 Topps One-Two Punch Justin Verlander/Max Scherzer Detroit
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Back with Max Scherzer, Justin Verlander 'would love nothing more
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Houston Astros: Five key moments from ALCS Game 3 win over Rangers
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Justin Verlander passes former Tigers teammate Max Scherzer to
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Houston Astros light up Max Scherzer in high-profile pitching matchup
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Former New York Mets Teammate Says Justin Verlander Displayed
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Scherzer roughed up by Astros in return from injury, leaving with