Seattle Mariners outfielder Justin Upton isn't in the team's starting lineup on Tuesday for a matchup with the San Diego Padres and right-hander Mike Clevinger. The veteran outfielder is batting .122 with a .234 on-base percentage and a home run in 47 plate appearances with the Mariners this season. Instead, it'll be Dylan Moore getting the start in right field. Moore is hitting eighth against the Padres and could be worth a look as a streaming option for fantasy managers in deeper leagues where on-base percentage is part of the scoring. The 29-year-old is batting .171 with a .336 on-base percentage, four home runs, and 10 stolen bases in 142 plate appearances this season.
Justin Upton Could Serve As Designated Hitter Saturday
Seattle Mariners outfielder Justin Upton (head) was hit in his helmet by a fastball from Los Angeles Angels starter Michael Lorenzen on Friday. He was promptly removed from the game after the incident. According to Mariners manager Scott Servais, Upton never lost consciousness. He was communicating with trainers while he was being looked over. Servais is hopeful that Upton can be utilized as the team's designated hitter on Saturday. Friday was Upton's debut with the Mariners and he went 0-for-2 with a strikeout and the aforementioned hit-by-pitch in the contest.
The Seattle Mariners are calling up veteran outfielder Justin Upton from Triple-A Tacoma on Friday in time to face his old team, the Los Angeles Angels. In a corresponding move, Sam Haggerty has been optioned to Tacoma. The Angels released Upton before the start of the regular season, and he was hitting just .200/.289/.378 with two home runs, six RBI and eight runs scored in 12 games for Tacoma before his call-up. The 34-year-old is no longer the power threat he was earlier in his career, but he should see at least semi-regular playing time while sharing time in right field with Taylor Trammell. Upton finished with a .211/.296/.409 slash line with 17 long balls, 41 RBI, 47 runs scored and four stolen bases in 89 games with the Angels last year.
The Seattle Mariners signed free agent outfielder Justin Upton on Saturday. He was released by the Angels on April 8th and found a new home in Seattle. The 34-year-old slashed .211/.296/.409 with 17 home runs, 41 RBI, and 47 runs over 89 games for the Angels in 2021. According to Bob Nightengale of USA Today, the Mariners will be responsible for only about $550,000 in Upton's $28 million contract. Upton will provide Seattle outfield depth and occasionally serve as the team's designated hitter. Fantasy managers in deep league formats searching for power can add Upton to their roster.
Outfielder Justin Upton has officially cleared waivers and been released by the Los Angeles Angels. The 34-year-old was designated for assignment a week ago. He is now a free agent and can sign with any team. Upton has spent 15 years in the majors. Last year, he appeared in 89 games for the Angels and slashed .211/.296/.409 with 17 home runs, 41 RBI and 47 runs. It seems likely that another team will take a chance on him, at least with a minor league contract.
The Los Angeles Angels have designated outfielder Justin Upton for assignment on Saturday, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. Upton, who spent four and a half seasons with the Halos, slashed .211/.296/.409 with 17 HRs, 47 runs, 41 RBI, and four stolen bases over 89 games in 2021. He was impressive against lefties, though, hitting .225 with a .838 OPS. Upton's had a strong spring, hitting .333 with three home runs over 15 at-bats. The Angels hinted at a possible platoon with Jared Walsh last month, giving Upton some reps at first base. Instead, they will likely eat the $28 million owed to him this season, and he'll be free to sign with any club. If the 34-year-old can secure a starting job with another team, he has some deep league relevance as a power bat and is very cheap with an ADP of 528.
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Justin Upton is starting at first base and hitting fourth in Monday's Cactus League game against the Oakland Athletics. It's the first time that Upton will play first base in a major league game, although he's been working at the position this spring. If the Angels actually decide to use the 34-year-old at first base this year, it will be bad news for the left-handed-hitting Jared Walsh. Upton's biggest issue has been staying healthy, as he hasn't played more than 89 games since 2018. That was also the last time he had more than 20 home runs in a season. Last year, Upton hit just .211/.296/.409 with 17 home runs, 41 RBI, 47 runs scored and four steals in 362 plate appearances over 89 games.
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Justin Upton (back) is unlikely to return before the end of the season, according to Angels manager Joe Maddon. The 34-year-old veteran has been out since September 1 due to a right lumbar strain. Maddon told reporters that Upton's back has been bothering him for most of the second half of the year. Maddon has certainly been the bearer of bad news lately. Last week, he told reporters that he didn't expect to see Mike Trout (calf) or Jo Adell (abdomen) back this year. Upton had an uneven 2021 season. Over 89 games, he slashed .211/.296/.409 with 17 home runs, 41 RBI and 47 runs.
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Justin Upton (back) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. The 34-year-old outfielder was scratched from Saturday's game due to back discomfort. A day later, the organization has decided to place Upton on the injured list for at least 10 days. Before getting injured, Upton was hitting .211 with 17 home runs for the Angels this season. He doesn't offer much upside in fantasy leagues outside of his power numbers. Kean Wong has been recalled to take his spot on the active roster.
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Justin Upton (back) was not in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Texas Rangers. He continues to deal with nagging injuries, which have hindered him all season long. Upton tried to play on Saturday, but back spasms stopped him from getting into the lineup. There really isn't much upside from Upton right now anyway. He has decent power with 17 home runs, but won't offer much outside of that. Most fantasy managers can find a better option right now.
