Mariners acquire Buddy Kennedy from Giants for cash

The Seattle Mariners have traded with the San Francisco Giants to acquire infielder Buddy Kennedy, adding depth to their infield. The deal, finalized after both teams concluded their games on June 28, sends cash from the Mariners to the Giants. Kennedy, 27, is joining his seventh MLB team after previous stints with the Diamondbacks, Tigers, Phillies, Blue Jays, Dodgers, and Giants. He has a low career batting average of.171 in the majors but has produced strong numbers at Triple-A Sacramento this season, hitting.321 with eight home runs and a.967 OPS in 48 games. Kennedy's family legacy includes his grandfather, Don Money, who played 16 seasons in the MLB.

• 2:39 AMYahoo Sports — Mariners trade for versatile infielder who will be joining his 7th MLB team after Giants, Dodgers, Blue Jays, Phillies, Tigers, Diamondbacks