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    Washington Nationals
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    • #57
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      6' 2", 195 lbs
    • Birthdate
      8/27/1992 (34)
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      Phoenix, AZ
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                        — Justin Verlander made a teary farewell, accompanied by his 7-year-old daughter as he left a major league mound for the final time in the Detroit Tigers'...
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                        Juan Soto exits Mets' win after HBP; X-rays negative

                        Mets left fielder Juan Soto left Saturday's win against the Nationals after being hit by a pitch on his right hand in the ninth inning. X-rays were negative.
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                        Tigers' emotional Justin Verlander leaves final career start to hugs

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