William Shakespeare's Romeo once asked what's in a name. With Melvin Upton, Atlanta Braves fans are about to find out.
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Melvin, heretofore known in professional circles as B.J. Upton, announced over the weekend that he is going to change his moniker for the upcoming 2015 MLB season. He initially didn't specify why he was taking such steps, leaving himself open to speculation from fans and media members.
Now, on Monday morning, Upton has set the record straight behind his reasoning.
“This has nothing to do with starting a new chapter,” Upton said, via MLB.com. “I just wanted to. My father thought enough to give me his name, so why not?
“Most of my friends call me Mel or Melvin,” Upton said. “Nobody really calls me B.J., except at the stadium.”
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Upton also said that he discussed the decision with his brother Justin before going ahead with it. Given the man's explanation, it seems like Upton has come at this choice thoughtfully and thoroughly.
Upton has struggled over the two previous seasons with the Braves.
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