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Injured Astros All-Star slugger Alvarez takes a step forward while Brantley is not ready to hit
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Michael Brantley - MLB News, Rumors, & Updates
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Astros activate Michael Brantley from injured list
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Astros increase AL West lead with 7-5 win over Padres
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Astros Re-Sign Michael Brantley - MLB Trade Rumors
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Michael Brantley shut down indefinitely: How Astros compensate during his absence - The Athletic
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Michael Brantley Preview, Player Props: Astros vs. Red Sox
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One year ago today Michael Brantley went on the injured list “for a week or so.” : r/Astros
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Michael Brantley flys back to Houston As return timetable now uncertain
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Michael Brantley set for rehab assignment