Granderson heads to Dodgers for post-season push

[August 19, 2017]  (Reuters) - The Los Angeles Dodgers bolstered their World Series aspirations by acquiring veteran outfielder Curtis Granderson in a trade with the New York Mets on Friday.

The Mets sent cash considerations and the three-time All Star Granderson in exchange for a player to be named later, the Dodgers said.

Los Angeles lead the majors with an 86-34 record and have a 19-1/2 game lead over Arizona in the National League West.

The 36-year-old Granderson is batting .228 with 19 home runs this season for the Mets, who have a 53-66 record and are unlikely to make the playoffs. They were in the World Series in 2015.

"Its been a great four years here with the Mets organization," Granderson told reporters. "All these guys have been amazing.

Mets center fielder Curtis Granderson (3) hits a solo home run against the New York Yankees during the third inning at Yankee Stadium. Adam Hunger-USA TODAY Sports

"It's a little bittersweet, but to get an opportunity to play into the post-season is going to be exciting."

(Writing by Jahmal Corner in Los Angeles; Editing by Greg Stutchbury)

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