Toronto Blue Jays: 5 Things to Know About Melvin Upton Jr.
Here’s a look at five things you should know about the Toronto Blue Jays recent acquisition, Melvin Upton Jr.
The Toronto Blue Jays acquired outfielder Melvin Upton Jr., formerly known as B.J. Upton, from the San Diego Padres on Tuesday for prospect Hansel Rodriguez and cash.
The @BlueJays acquire Melvin Upton Jr. and cash considerations from Padres in exchange for pitcher Hansel Rodriguez pic.twitter.com/dZ9YYgcjTB
— Toronto Blue Jays (@BlueJays) July 26, 2016
With the Blue Jays only paying $5 million of Upton’s remaining $22 million contract, it’s hard not to like this trade from the Blue Jays’ perspective. The 31-year-old Virginia native now provides the Blue Jays with an affordable outfielder who is not only under control for next season, but also brings great defence and a nice combination of speed and power to their lineup.
Here’s a look at five other things you should know about the Blue Jays’ recent acquisition.
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