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How Justin Verlander changed the Houston Astros
Verlander’s most dominant — and perhaps legacy-defining — years occurred in Houston, a second home he always held in high regard.
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After two decades, Justin Verlander is ready to walk away. Almost.
On Wednesday, the 2011 AL MVP, 2x World Series champ and 3x Cy Young winner announced his plans to retire at the end of this year.
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Latest on Cubs’ Justin Steele: ‘Not realistic’ to stretch out as a starter this year
Steele accounted for 24 starts in 2024, but it’s been 15 months since he last pitched in a major-league game.
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Caitlin Clark returns to Indiana’s lineup, Aliyah Boston out — but not for long
Clark will return to the lineup against the Sparks and sit out versus the Mercury, while Boston will rest tonight and play in Phoenix.
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Connections: Soccer Edition today: Hints and answers for July 9, 2026, puzzle No. 29
Welcome to Connections: Soccer Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores
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As Michael Kay backtracks, Yankees’ Anthony Volpe disputes report: ‘BS’
“I’d literally do whatever the team needed, and that’s the truth behind the story,” Volpe said.
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer suggests Bank Holiday if England win World Cup
“I don’t want to jinx it, but ask me again if we get to the final,” Starmer said Wednesday.
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Bucks GM on Giannis Antetokounmpo trade: ‘Miami opportunity presented us with the best path’
Jon Horst was blunt about the Bucks’ immediate future: “No one’s sitting here today and saying that we’re a better team today.”
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Justin Bieber to join Madonna, Shakira and BTS for World Cup final halftime show
FIFA says the performance during the July 19 showpiece game at MetLife Stadium will be 11 minutes long.
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Crystal Palace set to sign defender Oscar Mingueza on free transfer
The 27-year-old is currently a free agent after leaving Celta Vigo after the expiration of his contract last month.
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