GALLAGHER FOR ROOKER

The San Diego Padres acquired catcher Cam Gallagher from the Kansas City Royals for outfielder/first baseman Brent Rooker.

What does it give the San Diego Padres
Gallagher adds catching depth for the contending Padres, who improved more than any other team before this year's trade deadline.

What does it give the Kansas City Royals
The Royals get Rooker, a versatile right-handed bat who could find his way to semi-regular playing time in Kansas City at some point.