The Red Sox have traded veteran third baseman Kevin Youkilis to the White Sox, Chicago's South Siders have confirmed. <\/p>\n
The three-time American League All-Star third baseman was acquired in exchange for infielder Brent Lillibridge and right-handed pitcher Zach Stewart. The White Sox also received a cash payment in the trade. <\/p>\n
According to TV station WBZ, Youkilis tipped his helmet, blew a kiss to the crowd before leaving Sunday's game. <\/p>\n
Youkilis was a member of Red Sox World Championship teams in 2004 and 2007, the White Sox pointed out in a statement. He ranks among the clubs all-time postseason leaders and is hitting .225 with four home runs and 13 RBI in 41 games this season. <\/p>\n
He was on the disabled list in May with lower back tightness. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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