Official Site of the Padres · Aug 18, 2015
J. Upton's grab 'game-changer' vs. Braves
Must C: J. Upton bangs into wall 0:53 8/17/15: Padres outfielder Justin Upton makes a fabulous jumping catch and then hangs on after slamming into the outfield wallSAN DIEGO -- Justin Upton reminded his former team of his talent on Monday night, as the Padres defeated the Braves, 5-3, at Petco Park.
Upton, who was acquired by San Diego in December, went 2-for-3 with a walk. Upton's leadoff single in the second sparked a three-run inning for the Padres.
Along with his production at the plate, Upton made the crowd at Petco roar in the eighth inning, as the left fielder came up with a big-time catch.