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Detroit Tigers: It remains to be seen if Justin Upton opts out of his contract, if he does, here are some potential replacements

By Ben Rosener

DETROIT, MI - AUGUST 20: Justin Upton #8 of the Detroit Tigers hits a two run home run in the sixth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during a MLB game at Comerica Park on August 20, 2017 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Dave Reginek/Getty Images)
DETROIT, MI - AUGUST 20: Justin Upton #8 of the Detroit Tigers hits a two run home run in the sixth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during a MLB game at Comerica Park on August 20, 2017 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Dave Reginek/Getty Images) /
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BALTIMORE, MD – AUGUST 04: Justin Upton #8 of the Detroit Tigers celebrates with his teammates after hitting a grand slam in the eighth inning during a game against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on August 4, 2017 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) /

Detroit Tigers fans could conceivably see Justin Upton depart via free agency. It remains to be seen what will happen, but if Upton leaves, here’s who could replace him in right field.

Detroit Tigers outfielder Justin Upton has been in the news a lot lately.

The 29-year-old is in the midst of a stellar campaign in his second season in the Motor City.

Entering Tuesday, Upton owns a 4.1 WAR, a 140 wRC+, a .264 ISO and a .383 wOBA in 483 plate appearance.

The former first-overall pick is also sporting a .282 average, a .366 on-base percentage, a .546 slugging percentage, an 11.2 walk percentage, 90 RBI, 76 runs scored, 34 doubles, 26 home runs and 10 stolen bases.

Upton has also added value defensively, with a 6.4 UZR/150 and a 4.4 UZR. His DRS of nine would be a career best if he maintains it throughout the end of the season.

Upton’s name has also been in the news considering he can potentially become a free agent after the season.

According to Spotrac, the outfielder can opt out of his deal following the season and enter the free agent market once again.

It remains to be seen what will happen obviously. Upton could opt out or he could opt into the final four years of his contract and stay in the Motor City.

That’s all down the road.

However, in the chance that the veteran does leave Detroit, here’s who could replace Upton in right field.

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