Reinstalling mail without install disks

I just got a new hard drive installed--and accidently deleted my mail program.
They updated my system, so my install disks are old. How can I reinstall "mail" without the install discs?
Can I restore my mac to original settings??
Aaaaaahhh!!! Thanks

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