Gordon played center field for the first time in his 11-year career on Wednesday, and he's penciled in to make his first ever start at the position Thursday against Tampa Bay.

EDGE Analysis

Gordon took over for Lorenzo Cain (rest) in center field in the bottom of the seventh inning Wednesday. The very first batter of the inning for the Rays, Logan Morrison, hit a shot to right-center field. Gordon, a four-time Gold Glove winner, crashed into the wall while making an outstanding leaping catch. Now, for the first time in his career, the veteran will view the game's first pitch from center field. With the team looking to manage Cain's health, it wouldn't be a surprise to see Gordon get enough time at the position to unlock eligibility there.