Red Sox Rumors: Sam Travis may be tested in the outfield

First baseman Sam Travis is on the bubble of making the Boston Red Sox roster. Could adding additional positions to his repertoire improve his chances?

Versatility is a useful skill in almost any sport. For baseball players, the ability to cover multiple positions potentially opens up more playing time by giving the manager flexibility when filling out the lineup card. That flexibility may be the key to Sam Travis making the Boston Red Sox roster.

The Boston Herald’s Michael Silverman reports that the Red Sox want to expand Travis’ versatility by giving him time in a corner outfield spot this spring.

Red Sox want to expand 1B Sam Travis' versatility. Look for him to play some corner outfield…