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Maikel Franco could see some starts at first base next weekend when the Phillies will be in Oakland for a three-game set, the Philadelphia Daily News reports.

Franco could see some starts at first base next weekend when the Phillies will be in Oakland for a three-game set, the Philadelphia Daily News reports.

Analysis:

The Phillies will be able to move Ryan Howard to a DH role since the games will be in an American League park. Franco has started four of the last five games at third for the Phillies and will continue to split time with Cody Asche there. He is 4-for-22 with a double and three RBI since his promotion from Triple-A.

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