While fans of the New York Yankees continue to clamor for a new first baseman, general manager Brian Cashman wants everyone to relax because the task isn't easy.

While discussing the Yankees' first-base situation with MLB.com's Mark Feinsand on Thursday, Cashman said finding one isn't quite like buying a new set of sheets.

"It's not unusual; the job as a general manager, no matter what sport it is, is to try to fix problems," Cashman explained. "It's not as easy as you have a bed and you need new sheets, so you just go to Bed Bath & Beyond, go shopping and cash out. It's not that easy in an industry where the talent pool is not easily accessible - especially when you're looking for a plug-and-play instant upgrade."

After designating Chris Carter for assignment for the second time in two weeks on Tuesday, the Yankees called up and used Ji-Man Choi at first in their latest contest.

Although Choi delivered with a home run, the 24-year-old South Korean has only 55 games of big-league experience to his credit, which may not be the best solution for a team trying to compete with the Boston Red Sox atop the American League East standings.

The Yankees have been linked to Lucas Duda of the Mets, according to a report, while Yonder Alonso, who is a free agent at season's end and playing for a losing club in Oakland, could be available.

Yankees' first baseman have only managed a .668 OPS this season, and with Greg Bird not showing any progress from a pair of injuries and Tyler Austin on the disabled list, Cashman may have to make a move.

"First base is probably the worst productive position it feels like in the history of baseball," Cashman said. "It feels that way, and it might very well be that. We'll see. Because of that, it's a major focus."