Thu, Aug 9, 2007 at 3:00pm

DODGERS ADD BENCH BAT

The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired first baseman Mark Sweeney from the San Francisco Giants for a player to be named later.

What does it give the Los Angeles Dodgers
Lacking an experienced backup in the outfield and a left-handed bat off the bench, the Dodgers addressed both those needs here. Sweeney can also fill in at first base, but will most often be used as a pinch-hitter.

What does it give the San Francisco Giants
It's actually surprising the Giants dealt with their arch-rivals here, but they don't have any realistic shot at the postseason, so they just decided to get a little something for a player they don't have a major need for anymore.

Fantasy impact

Player focus

San Francisco Giants

Travis Denker IF

player to be named later - Travis Denker(2007-08-25)

Los Angeles Dodgers

Mark Sweeney IF/OF