In the opinion George Springer did his job well of convincing the Tiles to sign his ex-partner with Astres, Michael Brantley. According to various sources, the Toronto board and the left fielder have reached an agreement for three years. The left-handed bat became a free agent after two seasons wearing the Houston uniform.
After Brantley’s signing, the Blue Jays will look to compete hard in the American East Division after adding two very good elements to the offensive. It should be remembered that the Tiles office had been very quiet in the transfer market, but in recent hours the board has given two blows of authority after acquiring Springer and Brantley, not to mention relievers Kirby Yachts and Tyler Chatwood .
Brantley has been among the top hitters throughout his Major League career and, since his power developed in 2014, has been one of the best bowlers in the batting box. In a pair of campaigns with the Stars of Houston it had an outstanding participation mediating an offensive line of: 309/370/497, including 27 home runs and 112 produced races.
Towers ’current operations president, Mark Shapiro, as well as general manager Ross Atkins are old acquaintances of Brantley’s, both of whom had a lot to do with the left ranger arriving in Cleveland when he was part of that change. of CC Sabathia to the brewers.