Red Sox asking Craig to get reaccustomed to third base

In order to feature his bat in the lineup on a more consistent basis, Boston Red Sox manager John Farrell is asking Allen Craig to get reacquainted with an old position. 

Though he's expected to see most of his time at either first base or in the outfield corners, Scott Lauber of the Boston Herald reported that Farrell has talked to Craig about taking some reps at third base - a position he played in 246 minor league games. He's played the position only four times in the majors, and not since 2011.

The Red Sox acquired Craig at the non-waiver trade deadline last season, hoping that a change of scenery and a chance to regain his health could get him back to his previous All-Star form. 

The 30-year-old struggled through 126 games in 2014, hitting .215/.279/.315 with eight home runs and 46 RBIs. 

Pablo Sandoval appeared in 157 games at third a season ago, though the Red Sox could plan to use him as designated hitter on occasion this season - opening the door for Brock Holt and potentially Craig to get some time at third base.