Astros’ Justin Verlander delivers in season debut, retires first 7 batters
in win vs. Nationals
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Justin Verlander allows 2 runs over 6 innings in season debut for Astros
WASHINGTON (AP) — Justin Verlander allowed two runs and four hits over six innings in the three-time Cy Young Award winner's season debut for the Houston Astros, a 5-3 victory against the Washington
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Justin Verlander allows 2 runs over 6 innings in season debut for Astros
Houston Astros veteran pitcher Justin Verlander went six innings and allowed two runs in his season debut Friday night against the Washington Nationals.