Hanser Alberto is batting eighth and starting at first base in Wednesday's game against the Yankees, Stefan Stevenson of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

Alberto is batting eighth and starting at first base in Wednesday's game against the Yankees, Stefan Stevenson of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

Analysis:

The natural middle infielder gets a rare start in Wednesday's game as the Rangers attempt to put as many right-handed bats in the lineup as possible. Alberto is hitting .143 this season with no runs, RBI or extra-base hits. He replaces Mitch Moreland in the lineup.