The Boston Red Sox have had discussions about moving either Hanley Ramirez or Pablo Sandoval to first base.

The front office has not approached either player about a possible move, but talks could take place in the offseason.

Moving Sandoval to first would be contingent on Boston adding a suitable third baseman via trade or free agency. Ramirez would seem to be a more likely option, especially given an emphasis on outfield defense. He has repeatedly said that he has no plans to return to the infield.

"I don't know about that yet. I don't know about first base," Ramirez said Wednesday. "I'm an employee here and I just want to win. I came here to win. I'm not saying I'm not playing there, and I'm not saying I'm playing there. It's just way too far ahead to be thinking about that. This season isn't over yet."