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Justin Verlander wins 12th game; Astros beat A's 5-0
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How the Phillies Beat the Astros in Game 1 of the World Series
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Astros win 2022 World Series championship, no asterisk needed
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Justin Verlander brilliant, Astros beat Mariners in opener
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Alvarez has 3 HRs, Astros down A's to clinch playoff berth
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Justin Verlander brilliant, Astros beat Mariners in opener
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Justin Verlander, Martín Maldonado carry Houston Astros' win
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Houston Astros: Justin Verlander's comeback season hits midpoint
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Justin Verlander - Wikipedia
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Yordan Alvarez's 3-home run game draws massive praise from Justin