Lance Berkman
On July 29, 2010, Thames made his first career appearance at third base (minor leagues included) as a late-inning replacement. He committed a throwing error in his only chance. During the 2010 ALCS, Thames served as the designated hitter when Lance Berkman took over first base and Mark Teixeira went on the disabled list with a hamstring injury. The Yankees lost the ALCS to the Texas Rangers in 6 games.