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Melvin Upton Jr. • OF
Ht/Wt:6'3", 185 lbs.
Born:Aug 21, 1984 (40 yrs) in Norfolk, VA
Hometown:Chesapeake, VA
Experience:12 years
Drafted:Drafted by Tampa Bay in 2002 (1/2).
Bats:R
Throws:R
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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.
Career Honors & Awards
League Honor Description
International League (AAA) All-Star Team 2005
Triple-A All-Star Team 2005
South Atlantic League (A) Most Outstanding Major League Prospect 2003
South Atlantic League (A) All-Star Team 2003
Class A- All-Star Team 2003
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