The Rangers may be discussing the possibility of moving Joey Gallo back to third base, but they have yet to get his input on the idea. When they do, they will find Gallo has all but given up on the idea of playing the position at which he first came to the majors.

"I hate third base," Gallo said Wednesday. "It's my least favorite position on the field. As I've played other positions, I've realized how bad it was for my body. But if they want me to play [third base], I'll say 'OK, I'll play it.' I don't have to like it."

The Rangers committed to playing Gallo at first base this season, but after a multitude of injuries forced the team to call up Ronald Guzman, Gallo moved to left field. He has found himself more comfortable at those positions, which allow him to make more use of his athleticism. At third base, Gallo is occasionally hampered by his height. Being 6-5 makes it difficult to get down on balls.

Manager Jeff Banister acknowledged the club has had recent discussions about Gallo at third base in the wake of Adrian Beltre's latest hamstring injury. Moiving Gallo to third, at least part-time, would create a less physically taxing position for Beltre as a respite upon his return. It might also create a path for the Rangers to call up top prospect Willie Calhoun.

"He's found that in the outfield, he can use his range and athleticism," manager Jeff Banister said. "At first base, he really gets that element of helping teammates out. Playing other positions has opened up a whole new world for him."

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