Michael Brantley, the five-time All-Star outfielder and a team pillar during his five seasons with the Astros, announced his retirement Friday after a 15-year major league career. Known for his ...

Michael Brantley, a five-time All-Star and World Series ... first and foremost," Brantley told MLB Network for an article published Friday. "It's time for me to be home 24/7, watch my kids grow ...

"I have young kids, and now it's time to be a dad, first and foremost,'' Brantley told MLB.com. "It's time for me to be home 24/7, watch my kids grow up, and not miss important milestones.'' ...