Jays ship Hillenbrand to Giants

Following up on his promise to rid himself of Shea Hillenbrand, Toronto Blue Jays general manager J.P. Ricciardi traded the disgruntled infielder Friday night to the San Francisco Giants.

Ricciardi also shipped relief pitcher Vinnie Chulk to the Giants for reliever Jeremy Accardo.

Hillendbrand was designated for assignment Wednesday night after a series of events that led to a confrontation with Blue Jays manager John Gibbons.
While he was in the team's clubhouse, Hillenbrand wrote the words "Play for yourselves" and "This is a sinking ship" on the board.
The message prompted a clubhouse argument between Gibbons and Hillenbrand.
Gibbons reportedly challenged Hillenbrand to a fight in front of the team.
Hillenbrand then ripped the Jays' organization in an anger-filled tirade to reporters during batting practice.
Hillenbrand revealed his displeasure for not having a regular position and being used primarily as a designated hitter. He also claimed that management failed to congratulate him and his wife for adopting a baby girl.
Hillenbrand, who is making $5.8 million US this season, is batting .301 with 12 homers, 15 doubles and 39 RBI.
He'll likely take over the first base duties for the Giants.