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Justin Verlander rejects Houston Astros' player option, becomes a free agent
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How likely is a Justin Verlander reunion with Detroit Tigers? Why it makes sense and why it doesn't
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Justin Verlander Declines Option Becomes Free Agent - RealGM Wiretap
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Detroit Tigers/Justin Verlander reunion unlikely in 2022
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Detroit Tigers/Justin Verlander reunion unlikely in 2022
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Justin Verlander – Houston Public Media
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Verlander declines $25M Astros option, becomes free agent
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Astros' Justin Verlander opts out of player option, becomes free agent
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Houston Astros Ace Justin Verlander Declines Player Option, Elects Free Agency - Sports Illustrated Inside The Astros
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