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Justin Verlander Criticized by MLB Twitter After Astros' Game 1
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Houston Astros: Justin Verlander brilliant in beating Seattle Mariners
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Verlander takes shutout into 9th as Astros top skidding Mariners 5
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Justin Verlander allows 5 runs in loss to A's
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Astros roll to early lead, hold on to beat Twins in Game 1 of the
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Astros' Justin Verlander pulled after six no-hit innings
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Justin Verlander dominates Yankees in 3-1 loss to Astros
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Justin Verlander - Wikipedia
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Verlander seeking first Series victory
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Verlander throws 7 solid innings to begin 2nd stint with Astros
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Houston Astros Set Justin Verlander as Game 1 ALCS Starter vs