The Toronto Blue Jays traded outfielder Eric Hinske and $2.8 million to the Boston Red Sox on Thursday for a player to be determined.
Hinske, who also can play first and third, is hitting .264 with 12 home runs and 29 RBIs. Boston is assuming the $1.1 million left on his contract this season.
The 29-year-old Hinske won the 2002 AL rookie of the year award when he hit .279 with 24 homers and 84 RBIs. He was rewarded with a $14.75-million, five-year deal before the 2003 season, but has struggled since and was used off the bench this year.