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Mets' Justin Verlander 'really close' to return after IL stint, expects to be back this month - The Athletic
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Justin Verlander $86M Contract Shows Mets Are All-In on 2023
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Justin Verlander: Where NY Mets rotation stands as ace pitcher signs
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Justin Verlander $86M Contract Shows Mets Are All-In on 2023
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Mets' Justin Verlander 'ready for the next step' after rehab start: What
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Justin Verlander's Return Bolsters Mets Even With a Loss - The New
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Astros-Mets trade brings Verlander back to Houston at deadline
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Justin Verlander: NY Mets starter brings experience to culture change
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Mets' Justin Verlander Takes Hard Stance On Whether He Wants To Be
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Mets and Justin Verlander Agree on Two-Year, $86 Million Contract
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Mets issue injury update on ace Justin Verlander
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Justin Verlander agrees to sign with Mets, joining former Tigers
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