Only Carlos Lee has infield experience (a long time ago, as a minor league 3d baseman). Schumaker was originally a 2d baseman in the minor leagues before he was converted to outfielder. So, he had an advantage converting back to 2d base. Locke is a 1st baseman/LFer, who isn’t likely to play an infield position other than 1st base. As far as I know Delome and Bogusevic have never played any position other than outfield (other than Bogey’s position as pitcher). Generally speaking it is much easier to convert infielders into outfielders, rather than vice versa.

he mentioned this as a possibility for Luke Scott, before he was traded. He said the Astros had done it with Denny Walling. He specifically mentioned his strong arm as a reason why he might have a shot to make it as a 3rd baesman. Granted, it was a long shot, but I thought that was a good idea, since the Astros seemed opposed to letting him stay in the lineup in the OF for some reason. his 18 HR (last time I checked) would be nice this year.

Not sure if any of the current crop of guys are candidates. Clemens has played 3B hasn’t he? But he’s still pretty low in the minors.

Farmstro said there is a rumor that the Astros may try to convert Towles to 2d base. My immediate thought was that Towles seems better suited for 3d base. Towles has a strong arm, he is tall, and 3d base would probably be easier for him to learn.