The Yankees moved to bolster their outfield depth on Wednesday, acquiring switch-hitter Greg Allen from the Padres in exchange for left-handed pitcher James Reeves.

Allen, 27, was designated for assignment by San Diego last week. He was acquired from the Indians last summer in the deal that shipped right-hander Mike Clevinger to the west coast.

Reputed as a stellar defender, Allen made his big league debut in 2017. He has compiled a career slash line of .239/.298/.343 with eight home runs and 57 RBIs in 221 games with Cleveland and San Diego.

The Yankees¡¯ outfield projects to feature Clint Frazier in left field, Aaron Hicks in center field and Aaron Judge in right field, with Giancarlo Stanton expected to serve as a full-time designated hitter.

Allen was added to the 40-man roster and could compete with Estevan Florial and Mike Tauchman for playing time in Spring Training.

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