Ex-Yank Leyritz Arrested Again

Authorities say former major leaguer Jim Leyritz has been arrested and accused of battery in South Florida.

The arrest comes about two months before he faces a trial on a DUI manslaughter charge.

Broward County Jail spokeswoman Keyla Concepcion said Leyritz was booked Thursday morning after an incident in Davie, a Fort Lauderdale suburb. She could not provide additional details.

The 45-year-old Leyritz played for six teams in 11 seasons. During a stint with the New York Yankees, he hit a memorable home run in the 1996 World Series to help the Yankees win Game 4 against Atlanta.

Police say Leyritz was drunk when he caused a fatal car crash in December 2007. He is scheduled to go on trial in September.

Leyritz's attorney did not immediately return a message.