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Judge homers again, Yankees' bullpen shuts down Astros in 5-4 win
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Astros Shut Down Michael Brantley Due To Shoulder Inflammation
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Brantley was 'close' to joining Jays before re-signing with Astros
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Michael Brantley returns to Astros on one-year, $12 million deal
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Yankees-Astros: Michael Brantley makes wild catch, shuts down Yankees
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Brantley returns to Astros after missing 14 months with shoulder
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Brantley's slam highlights 10-run 6th as Astros down Chisox
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Michael Brantley, Toronto Blue Jays agree to three year free agent
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Michael Brantley Returns; What This Means For Yainer Diaz
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Houston Astros outfielder Michael Brantley out for rest of season