Verlander Helps Astros Roll TO Doubleheader Sweep Of Orioles

BALTIMORE (AP) — Justin Verlander struck out 10 in his final audition for the Cy Young Award, and the Houston Astros beat the Baltimore Orioles 4-3 on Saturday before cruising to a 5-2 victory for a doubleheader sweep.
Verlander allowed three hits in six shutout innings in the opener, showing he’s ready for the playoffs.
Whether Verlander receives his second AL Cy Young Award, well, that’s not nearly so clear.
Verlander finished his 14th big league season with a 16-9 record and