Jim Leyritz, a former World Series hero who was bothered by his lack of playing time in Boston, was traded Sunday from the Red Sox to the San Diego Padres.

The Red Sox sent Leyritz and minor league outfielder Ethan Faggett to the Padres for right-handed pitchers Carlos Reyes and Dario Veras and catcher Mandy Romero."Our goal is to continue to try to improve this club and Jim Leyritz is such a valuable addition," Padres general manager Kevin Towers said.

"He's not only going to provide added depth behind the plate for us, but he has also shown he can play first base and the outfield. He has good power from the right side and he has played on some great teams. Jim's a great fit for us right now," Towers said.

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