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Astros' Justin Verlander opts out of player option, becomes free
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Justin Verlander – Houston Public Media
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Mets trading Verlander back to Astros
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Justin Verlander traded by Mets back to Astros in MLB deadline deal
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Astros free agents: Contract status for each player entering offseason
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Cup of Coffee: August 2, 2023
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The reason why Justin Verlander, Astros are 'far apart' in free
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World_Series
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Justin Verlander declines player option, becomes free agent
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Free Agent Justin Verlander And The Los Angeles Dodgers Appear To
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Justin Verlander Major League Baseball, News, Scores, Highlights
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Justin Verlander, Houston Astros starting pitcher, is a free agent
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Justin Verlander's free-agent deal with Astros finalized during