PT TODAY: Good news for Brantley

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Indians | Michael Brantley to take batting practice
Cleveland Indians OF Michael Brantley (shoulder) is scheduled to take part in batting practice for the second straight day Saturday, March 4.  Source: MLB.com - Jordan Bastian
 
BHQ take: This is the first positive report of 2017 regarding former All-Star Brantley, who was limited to 39 AB in an injury-riddled 2016. Brantley is attempting to rebound from multiple shoulder surgeries, and remains largely a wild card whose 2017 health and contributions are challenging to project. Brantley has only recently been cleared to resume baseball activity. His PT...

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