3 years agoThe 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.--Spencer Seguin - RotoBaller
Source: Jeff Passan