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Verlander, Springer break droughts vs. Angels

ANAHEIM -- Justin Verlander found the winner's column. George Springer found his groove.

Verlander picked up his first win in more than a month by striking out 11 batters in six innings, and Springer cranked his first grand slam of the season to lead the Astros to a 7-0 win over the Angels on Saturday at Angel Stadium.

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Verlander (10-5), winless in his previous six starts, picked up his first victory -- the 198th of his career -- since June 14. He reached double-digit strikeouts for the 48th time in his career, sixth time this season.