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Houston Astros: Michael Brantley feels 'close' to returning
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Astros DH Michael Brantley pausing all baseball activities
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Michael Brantley flys back to Houston As return timetable now uncertain
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Michael Brantley's consistency makes him a solid free agent play - Beyond the Box Score
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Houston Astros Outfielder Michael Brantley 'Not Physically There Yet' for Return - Sports Illustrated Inside The Astros
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Houston Astros: Michael Brantley returning on 1-year deal
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