When the Astros signed Michael Brantley to a two-year deal prior to the 2019 season, I immediately loved it. Brantley’s always been able to hit; staying healthy is what troubled him over the previous few seasons.
In his first season in Houston, Brantley delivered to the tune of a .311/.372/.503 line with 40 doubles, 90 RBIs and a career-high 22 homers. He made the All-Star team, hit .304 in the ALCS and .321 in the World Series, and occupied a key spot in the middle of the lineup.
Much has been made of the fact that George Springer is set to hit free agency after this season, and Josh Reddick‘s contract will expire as well.