told the media<\/a> that he is looking forward to helping out in every way he can as a utility player on this season\u2019s roster. He said he embraces the not-so-sexy role.<\/p>\n\u201cNot many people can do it,\u201d Kiner-Falefa said. \u201cYou see the Kik\u00e9s (Hernandez), Chris Taylors, Brock Holts, these guys who have had so much success. They\u2019re valuable, valuable players.<\/p>\n
\u201cHaving that opportunity to really dive into that instead of just playing one position, and being a mid position player. Instead, I get to focus on being one of the top utility players in the league, and that\u2019s my goal.\u201d<\/p>\n
Manager Alex Cora likely hopes to use IKF at all three infield positions. This would allow for Trevor Story, Marcelo Mayer and Caleb Durbin to have their rest days staggered. <\/p>\n
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But IKF isn\u2019t looking to just fill in; he wants to be the best defensive utility player in the league.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u201cI was joking around with (Ceddanne) Rafaela today,\u201d Kiner-Falefa said. \u201cHoping he just plays one spot so he can\u2019t qualify for the utility Gold Glove.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s something I\u2019m going to try to go after and help the team in any way. Looking at the versatility on this roster, it\u2019s a pretty special roster. I\u2019m excited to see what we can do.\u201d<\/p>\n
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