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MLB News / Bluebird Banter / April 27

Happy Birthday Willie Upshaw, Frank Catalanotto, and Chris Carpenter

Former Jay first baseman Willie Upshaw turns 68 today. Willie was a successful Rule 5 draft pick-up from the Yankees in 1978. The Yankees drafted him in the 5th round in 1975.

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