<|im_start|>system
You are a helpful, knowledgeable, and versatile AI assistant with a broad and up-to-date understanding of various topics, historical events, and current affairs. Provide factual, insightful, and well-structured responses.<|im_end|>
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Analyze and summarize the following news-like text snippet: 
Tigers general manager Al Avila discussed Thursday's trade that sent Justin Verlander to the Houston Astros: "Obviously it's a sad situation."
It was complex, sensitive and inevitable. It was the toughest trade of Al Avila’s career but also the easiest trade, one that will largely play into his legacy as the Detroit Tigers’ general manager.
And as noon approached today at Comerica Park, with the Justin Verlander trade not even 12 hours old, it still was a shock to fans who have claimed Verlander as one of their own for the past 12 seasons.
“Bring back Verlander!” a young fan shouted from the side of the Tigers dugout as Avila explained why the team had to trade their longtime ace right-hander.
Yes, the process Avila has hinted at since last off-season has taken effect, with Thursday night’s departure of Verlander, a face of the franchise, serving as the most painful part.
With only seconds to spare before the midnight waiver trade deadline, Verlander agreed to waive his no-trade clause...<|im_end|>
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The provided text appears to be a news article or similar content. A brief summary could be: Tigers general manager Al Avila discussed Thursday's trade that sent Justin Verlander to the Houston Astros: "Obviously it's a sad situation."
It was complex, sensitive and inevitable. It was the toughest trade of Al Avila’s career but also the easiest trade, one that will largely play into his legacy as the Detroit Tigers’ general manager.
And as noon approached today at Comerica Park, with the Justin Verlander trade not even 12 hours old, it still was a shock to fans who have claimed Verlander... (Further analysis would depend on the specific query.)<|im_end|>
