MELVIN
UPTON JR.
OF
Ht/Wt
6’3’’,
185 lbs
Bats/Throws
R /
R
Experience
12
years
Debut
Aug 2, 2004
Born
Aug 21, 1984
(39 yrs)
Norfolk, Virginia
Hometown
Chesapeake, Virginia
Drafted
Drafted by Tampa Bay in 2002 (1/2).
Season Stats
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| GP Games Played
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AB At Bats
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R Runs
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H Hits
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2B Doubles
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3B Triples
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HR Home Runs
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RBI Runs Batted In
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BB Walks
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SO Strikeouts
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SB Stolen Bases
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CS Caught Stealing
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AVG Batting Average
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OBP On-Base Percentage
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SLG Slugging Percentage
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OPS On-Base Plus Slugging
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Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description |
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| 2019-01-15 |
Announced his retirement.
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| 2018-03-19 |
Released by the Cleveland Indians.
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| 2017-12-15 |
Signed by the Cleveland Indians to a minor league contract and invited to spring training.
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| 2017-08-21 |
Released by the San Francisco Giants.
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| 2017-04-08 |
Signed by the San Francisco Giants to a minor league contract.
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Career Honors & Awards
| League | Honor | Description |
|---|---|---|
| International League (AAA) | All-Star Team All-Star Team | 2005, 2005, 2003, 2003 |
| South Atlantic League (A) | Most Outstanding Major League Prospect Most Outstanding Major League Prospect | 2003 |
Scouting Report
A phenomenal athlete, he has a lanky frame with quick wrists, a great throwing arm and supreme speed. Is an elite defensive outfielder, above-average base-stealer and decent home-run hitter with patience at the dish. Has holes in his swing and takes a huge cut, so he piles up tremendous amounts of strikeouts in MLB. Can suffer from mental lapses in the field. Generally lacks polish. Can also be a little too moody and temperamental.
Long Range Potential: Inconsistent, athletic veteran outfielder.
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