Ian Desmond Will Spend Spring Trying To Master First Base

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) – Ian Desmond no doubt was a big offseason acquisition for the Colorado Rockies, a proven offensive player who should flourish at Coors Field.
But after six full seasons as a shortstop for the Washington Nationals and one season as a center fielder for the Texas Rangers, how quickly can he learn to play first base?
“Being an athletic first baseman, I will be able to jump for balls a little better than an average first baseman,” Desmond said. “My han