Reports: Yankees trade for Rangers slugger Joey Gallo

The New York Yankees, battling for a playoff spot in the American League, acquired Texas Rangers outfielder Joey Gallo on Wednesday, multiple media outlets reported.

The Rangers' return was unknown.

Gallo, 27, is a two-time All-Star who has 25 home runs and 55 RBIs this year while batting .223 and slugging .490. The right fielder has also drawn a major-league-leading 74 walks.

During June and early July, Gallo hit 11 h