Justin Upton
Born: 8/25/1987 in Norfolk, VA, USA
MLB Debut: 2007-08-02 | Final Game: 2022-07-15
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Justin Irvin Upton
Biography
Justin Upton, born in 1987, was a dynamic outfielder whose professional baseball career spanned from 2007 to 2022. Renowned for his power and speed, Upton played in a total of 1,845 games and amassed 1,754 hits, including 325 home runs and 1,003 RBIs. His career batting average stood at .261, complemented by 151 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to impact the game both at the plate and on the base paths. Upton was selected as an All-Star four times, reflecting his status as one of the prominent players of his era.
Debuting during a period marked by an emphasis on both power hitting and athleticism, Upton's playing style combined raw talent with an aggressive approach. He was known for his formidable offensive capabilities, often contributing significantly to his teams' lineups. Over his career, Upton played for several franchises, including the Arizona Diamondbacks, Atlanta Braves, and Los Angeles Angels, among others. His contributions to the game not only left a lasting mark on the teams he played for but also helped pave the way for future generations of power hitters in Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1845 | 6721 | 1058 | 1754 | 350 | 38 | 325 | 1003 | 151 | 785 | 1971 | 0.261 | 0.342 | 0.469 | 0.812 | 15691.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | AZ | NL | 43 | 140 | 17 | 31 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 11 | 2 | 11 | 37 | 0.221 | -396.0 |
| 2008 | AZ | NL | 108 | 356 | 52 | 89 | 19 | 6 | 15 | 42 | 1 | 54 | 121 | 0.250 | 658.3 |
| 2009 | AZ | NL | 138 | 526 | 84 | 158 | 30 | 7 | 26 | 86 | 20 | 55 | 137 | 0.300 | 2062.8 |
| 2010 | AZ | NL | 133 | 495 | 73 | 135 | 27 | 3 | 17 | 69 | 18 | 64 | 152 | 0.273 | 1019.4 |
| 2011 | AZ | NL | 159 | 592 | 105 | 171 | 39 | 5 | 31 | 88 | 21 | 59 | 126 | 0.289 | 3065.7 |
| 2012 | AZ | NL | 150 | 554 | 107 | 155 | 24 | 4 | 17 | 67 | 18 | 63 | 121 | 0.280 | 1063.5 |
| 2013 | ATL | NL | 149 | 558 | 94 | 147 | 27 | 2 | 27 | 70 | 8 | 75 | 161 | 0.263 | 1759.7 |
| 2014 | ATL | NL | 154 | 566 | 77 | 153 | 34 | 2 | 29 | 102 | 8 | 60 | 171 | 0.270 | 2085.6 |
| 2015 | SDP | NL | 150 | 542 | 85 | 136 | 26 | 3 | 26 | 81 | 19 | 68 | 159 | 0.251 | 1101.0 |
| 2016 | DET | AL | 153 | 570 | 81 | 140 | 28 | 2 | 31 | 87 | 9 | 50 | 179 | 0.246 | 489.0 |
| 2017 | DET | AL | 125 | 459 | 81 | 128 | 37 | 0 | 28 | 94 | 10 | 57 | 147 | 0.279 | 1917.2 |
| 2017 | LAA | AL | 27 | 98 | 19 | 24 | 7 | 0 | 7 | 15 | 4 | 17 | 33 | 0.245 | 1917.2 |
| 2018 | LAA | AL | 145 | 533 | 80 | 137 | 18 | 1 | 30 | 85 | 8 | 64 | 176 | 0.257 | 1286.9 |
| 2019 | LAA | AL | 63 | 219 | 34 | 47 | 8 | 0 | 12 | 40 | 1 | 32 | 78 | 0.215 | -198.6 |
| 2020 | LAA | AL | 42 | 147 | 20 | 30 | 5 | 0 | 9 | 22 | 0 | 11 | 43 | 0.204 | -109.3 |
| 2021 | LAA | AL | 89 | 318 | 47 | 67 | 12 | 0 | 17 | 41 | 4 | 39 | 107 | 0.211 | -206.6 |
| 2022 | SEA | AL | 17 | 48 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 23 | 0.125 | -232.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 48 | 7 | 11 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 10 | 13 | 0.229 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | NLDS2 | ATL | 4 | 14 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0.143 |
| 2011 | NLDS2 | ARI | 5 | 20 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 0.200 |
| 2007 | NLDS1 | ARI | 2 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0.600 |
| 2007 | NLCS | ARI | 4 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.222 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 1787 | 1767 | 3375 | 64 | 89 | 9 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | ARI | OF | 42 | 38 | 65 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| 2008 | ARI | OF | 101 | 100 | 175 | 6 | 11 | 2 |
| 2009 | ARI | OF | 136 | 134 | 294 | 4 | 12 | 1 |
| 2010 | ARI | OF | 128 | 128 | 265 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 2011 | ARI | OF | 159 | 156 | 339 | 5 | 13 | 2 |
| 2012 | ARI | OF | 149 | 148 | 309 | 6 | 5 | 2 |
| 2013 | ATL | OF | 147 | 143 | 263 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| 2014 | ATL | OF | 150 | 151 | 271 | 5 | 8 | 0 |
| 2015 | SDN | OF | 146 | 145 | 235 | 9 | 3 | 0 |
| 2016 | DET | OF | 150 | 148 | 267 | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| 2017 | DET | OF | 124 | 124 | 273 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 2017 | LAA | OF | 27 | 27 | 45 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | LAA | OF | 140 | 140 | 294 | 7 | 4 | 1 |
| 2019 | LAA | OF | 56 | 55 | 86 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| 2020 | LAA | OF | 39 | 39 | 65 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 | LAA | OF | 87 | 86 | 121 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 2022 | SEA | OF | 6 | 5 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 1025 |
| Center Field | 7 |
| Right Field | 773 |
| Designated Hitter | 32 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Silver Slugger | OF |
| 2016 | Player of the Week | Week of 2016-09-24 |
| 2014 | Player of the Week | Week of 2014-04-13 |
| 2014 | Silver Slugger | OF |
| 2013 | Player of the Month | April |
| 2011 | Player of the Week | Week of 2011-06-19 |
| 2011 | Player of the Week | Week of 2011-07-24 |
| 2011 | Silver Slugger | OF |
| 2009 | Player of the Month | May |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | DET | AL | $22,125,000 |
| 2015 | SDN | NL | $14,500,000 |
| 2014 | ATL | NL | $14,250,000 |
| 2013 | ATL | NL | $9,958,333 |
| 2012 | ARI | NL | $6,958,333 |
| 2011 | ARI | NL | $4,458,333 |
| 2010 | ARI | NL | $708,333 |
| 2009 | ARI | NL | $412,000 |
| 2008 | ARI | NL | $393,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $73,763,332 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 16th | 12.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2014 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 17th | 10.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2011 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 4th | 214.0 | 448 | 1 |
| 2009 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 25th | 2.0 | 448 | 0 |