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Where Has Upton's Power Gone?

by Geoff Young

Where has Upton's power gone?
Long time passing
–Not Pete Seeger, or even Kyle Seager and his 11 home runs

In 2011, Justin Upton hit 31 home runs. Fifteen major leaguers hit more. As of July 29, 2012, Upton has hit eight home runs. Nineteen men have hit more... in a single month. Josh Hamilton and Jose Bautista have done it twice. Trevor Plouffe has done it.

Yes, that Trevor Plouffe.

Consider the absurdity of such an occurrence. Here are their career numbers entering this season:

Player

PA/HR

Upton

2402

26.4

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