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Harper, Verlander return but Phillies and Mets are in a funk
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World Series: Framber Valdez and Astros Even Series With Game 2 Win - The New York Times
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Winter meetings: Aaron Judge re-signs with Yankees - Los Angeles Times
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Scherzer wins in return, Mets score 8 in 5th to beat Nats 8-2 for Sunday split Photos - Bally Sports
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Scherzer wins in return, Mets score 8 in 5th to beat Nats 8-2 for Sunday split Photos - Bally Sports
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