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Houston Astros AL West
 
Michael Brantley • #23 • OF
Status:Off season (on 40-man roster)
Ht/Wt:6'2", 209 lbs.
Born:May 15, 1987 (35 yrs) in Bellevue, WA
Hometown:Bellevue, WA
Experience:13 years
Drafted:Drafted by Milwaukee in 2005 (7/205).
Acquired:Acquired as a free agent in 2018.
Bats:L
Throws:L
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Scouting Report
Assets: Has a very good batting eye, excellent patience and good speed. Also has a rangy, athletic frame with run-producing skills. Is also very good glove man in the outfield.
Flaws: Needs to show he can hit with more consistent power over longer stretches. Defensively, he does not have a great throwing arm. Injuries have become a problem for him.
Career Potential: Quality outfielder, when healthy.
Career Honors & Awards
League Honor Description
AL Silver Slugger 2014
Southern League (AA) All-Star Team 2008
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