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Angels get slugging OF Justin Upton in deal with Tigers

Detroit Tigers' Justin Upton, front, scores on a single hit by Nicholas Castellanos as Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Antonio Senzatela reacts in the background in the first inning of a baseball game Monday, Aug. 28, 2017, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Detroit Tigers' Justin Upton, front, scores on a single hit by Nicholas Castellanos as Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Antonio Senzatela reacts in the background in the first inning of a baseball game Monday, Aug. 28, 2017, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski) Detroit Tigers' Justin Upton, front, scores on a single hit by Nicholas Castellanos as Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Antonio Senzatela reacts in the background in the first inning of a baseball game Monday, Aug. 28, 2017, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

By Associated Press 1 min read

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) – The Los Angeles Angels have acquired slugging outfielder Justin Upton from the Detroit Tigers, upgrading their lineup for the playoff race.

The Angels sent minor-league pitcher Grayson Long to Detroit on Thursday.

Detroit also gets cash considerations or a player to be named.

The 30-year-old Upton is having a strong season for the struggling Tigers, batting .279 with 28 homers and 94 RBIs. The four-time All-Star signed a six-year, $132.75 million deal to join Detroit before last season, but could opt out of it this winter.

He represents an immediate upgrade in left field for the Angels (69-65), who are still fighting for a playoff spot despite several major injuries to their pitching staff and one of the AL’s least potent lineups.

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