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Article: Narron: Griffey will move to right field Reds manager didn't make the decision without a lot of thought and consultation.

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March 20, 2007
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LAKELAND, Fla. -- Cincinnati Reds manager Jerry Narron has thought it over from every angle -- "and I've not taken it lightly" -- and he has come to a decision that Ken Griffey Jr. will play right field when he returns.

"I have to do what I feel is best for the club, and I feel under the current circumstances that our best defense up the middle will be Alex Gonzalez at shortstop, Brandon Phillips at second base and Ryan Freel in center," said Narron.

That leaves Griffey in right field -- if he doesn't begin the season on the disabled list, which Narron acknowledged could be a possibility if Griffey doesn't soon get into some exhibition games.

"We're all hoping he'll be able to play ...

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