The Los Angeles Angels have designated outfielder Justin Upton for assignment despite owing him $28 million for the upcoming season.
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Los Angeles Angels outfielder Justin Upton agreed to a five-year, $106 million deal to remain with the team.
Justin Upton's 444-foot homer Tuesday night landed inside the oversized paint can behind left-center field, but the Angels said it would not count for the $1 million promotion because it did not land on the fly.
The Angels have acquired outfielder Justin Upton from the Tigers. Upton is owed $88 million over the next four seasons. Minor league pitcher Grayson Long is headed to Detroit.