The Los Angeles Angels acquired slugging outfielder Justin Upton from the Detroit Tigers on Thursday, upgrading their lineup for the playoff race. The 30-year-old Upton is having a strong season for the struggling Tigers, batting .279 with 28 homers and 94 runs batted in. Angels swing deal with Braves for PhillipsThe Angels also acquired infielder Brandon Phillips from the Atlanta Braves on Thursday night, swinging their second trade of the day. The Braves also sent cash considerations to the Angels, and they received minor-league catcher Tony Sanchez from Los Angeles. Cincinnati already is paying $13 million of Phillips' $14 million salary for this season, making the deal very low-risk for the Angels.

Source: CBC News August 31, 2017 21:35 UTC