DENVER – The San Diego Padres picked up slugger hitter Mitch Moreland in a trade Sunday with Boston.In exchange, the Red Sox acquired a pair of prospects from San Diego, outfielder Jeisson Rosario and infielder Hudson Potts.Moreland adds even more power to an already explosive San Diego lineup.The Padres are making one move after another in pursuit of their first playoff appearance in 14 years.
On Saturday, they bolstered their bullpen by acquiring Trevor Rosenthal in a trade with the Kansas City Royals.Moreland, who turns 35 on Sept.
6, was leading the Red Sox with eight homers, 21 RBIs and a .328 batting average. He's made 19 starts at first base this season and three more as a designated hitter.Originally a 17th round pick by Texas in.