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Houston Astros: Michael Brantley returning on 1-year deal
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Houston Astros' Michael Brantley runs up the first base line against the Oakland Athletics during the fifth inning of a baseball game Monday, Sept. 11, 2023, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip
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Yankees-Astros: Michael Brantley makes wild catch, shuts down Yankees
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Houston Astros fans frustrated as Michael Brantley shut down from baseball activities: Worst contract signing in Astros history Time to retire
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How influential is Michael Brantley to the Astros? We'll let his teammates tell you.
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Houston Astros' Michael Brantley runs down the first base line after hitting a single against the Seattle Mariners during the third inning of a baseball game Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2021, in Houston. (
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Return of Michael Brantley Is a Chemistry Play for Astros
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Judge homers again, Yankees' bullpen shuts down Astros in 5-4 win
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