Michael Brantley (23) returns home after hitting a two run home run during the fifth inning against the Oakland Athletics at the Oakland Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports
Two weeks ago, there were a few hours, where we all thought Michael Brantley would be joining George Springer in Toronto. The Houston Astros at that point were looking to be out of contention as their best regular season hitter from 2020 was gone, and while we all thought he was a lock to return, the report of Brantley joining the Blue Jays struck concern in fans’ minds. The report fell through, and while Brantley and the Blue Jays were negotiating a deal, the Astros would respond later that day by…
