It doesn't mean there are plans for him to move to third base. There was no motive other than I needed a third baseman.

We don't have anyone with an exceptional move, no one like Kenny Rogers. But there are other ways of holding runners.

Everyone is doing what they're supposed to do. Guys around our big guys are getting on base and into scoring position, and our big guys are putting the ball in play and coming through. Everybody is doing their jobs offensively.

I always have been intrigued by Ichiro hitting third. When I managed against him with Baltimore I was intrigued by the idea. It is not out of the realm of possibility that it would happen here. ... That would never be done without first discussing it with Ichiro.

When the other club knows you're looking to take an extra base, they'll charge the ball more. When they have to charge, a tricky hop could mean the difference between getting around to third and having to stay at first.

especially in a no-no.