In the aftermath of the Robinson Cano signing, Dustin Ackley will focus entirely on working in the outfield during spring training.

Ackley split time between second base and the outfield last season, even appearing at first base six times. But with Cano holding down the keystone, the 25-year-old will be a full-time outfielder going forward. Ackley is likely to open the season as the Mariners' starting center fielder.

The Yankees and Mariners made no traction on a potential Dustin Ackley trade, according to Fox Sports' Ken Rosenthal.

Ackley owns an underwhelming .245/.315/.354 batting line over his first three seasons in the majors, but still retains some top prospect sheen. A change of scenery to get him out of Safeco Field might help, but Ackley apparently won't be relocating to the Big Apple. Still just 25-years-old, Ackley has shown that he can handle both second base and center field.

CBS Sports' Jon Heyman reports that the Yankees, Mets and Padres have asked the Mariners about the availability of Dustin Ackley.

No word on whether the Mariners actually plan to move him. Ackley owns an underwhelming .245/.315/.354 batting line over his first three seasons in the majors, but he was highly-regarded for his hitting ability coming out of college and doesn't turn 26 until January. The Mariners used him as an outfielder during the second half of the season, but there's a chance he could be moved back to second base if he is traded elsewhere.

CBS Sports' Jon Heyman reports that the Mariners are receiving a lot of trade interest in Dustin Ackley.

The former top prospect struggled in the early part of 2013, but was a different player after returning from the minor leagues, slashing .285/.354/.404 with three homers and 23 RBI in his final 68 games. Still just 25-years-old, his potential and versatility make him a very attractive trade chip.

Dustin Ackley launched a three-run home run Thursday against the Tigers.

The fifth-inning blast gave the Mariners the lead, but the bullpen was unable to hold it. Ackley was on a bit of a hot streak after returning from the minors, but this was just his third extra-base hit (and first home run) since August 28.

Dustin Ackley's hot hitting continued Friday against the Astros, as he finished 4-for-5 with four RBI.

Ackley had three singles and a triple. The four hits established a new career-high while the four RBI matched his career best. The 25-year-old is now hitting .411 this month and has pulled his batting average up from .215 to .261 in the process. With his multi-position eligibility, he could be a useful option down the stretch in deeper mixed leagues.

Dustin Ackley had another nice game Tuesday, finishing 3-for-3 with a walk against the Rangers.

Ackley has eight hits in four games, raising his average from .236 to .253. It's also pushed his on-base percentage over .300 for the first time all season. More power would be nice, but it's something to build on.

Dustin Ackley went 2-for-3 with a home run in Sunday's loss to the Angels.

Ackley homered off Jered Weaver in the third inning and added a double in the ninth. He's batting an impressive .318/.351/.420 since the All-Star break and looks to finally be back on track. The home run was just his second of the season.

Mariners interim manager Robby Thompson said that Dustin Ackley will get an extended look in the outfield in the coming weeks.

Ackley has played in 24 of 39 games in the outfield since being recalled in late June. He's hit just .255/.302/.337 in those games, but the Mariners want to see how he handles center field on a regular basis. "We have to see what we have out there with Ackley in center field," Thompson said. "We kind of know what we have with Saunders in center and the corners. There's a chance we'll have Guti coming back -- and where he's going to fit in. So we're just trying to get Ack in there."

Dustin Ackley went 3-for-4 with a run and two RBI in Sunday's win against the Astros.

It was the former second baseman's first multi-hit game since July 6 and just his second since early-May. Ackley is batting a horribly disappointing .215/.279/.268 through 209 at-bats.

Dustin Ackley (thumb) is playing center field for the Mariners on Tuesday against the Rangers.

Ackley suffered a sprained left thumb Saturday while diving for a ball in center field -- a brand new position for the former second baseman. The sprain was never a major concern for the Mariners' medical staff.

Dustin Ackley (thumb) is hoping to return to the lineup on Tuesday.

Ackley suffered a sprained left thumb Saturday, but he's feeling better Sunday and hopes to be ready after the off day. He has one hit in seven at-bats since returning from the minors.

X-rays on Dustin Ackley's left thumb came back negative.

The Mariners were worried he'd broken the thumb, but Mariners manager Eric Wedge said after the game that it was only a sprain. The Mariners will try to get by without him for a few days rather than making a roster move. Ackley will likely miss the rest of the weekend and possibly a few games next week with the injury, but as of now it looks like he'll avoid the disabled list.

Dustin Ackley left Saturday's game after spraining his left thumb.

Ackley suffered the injury diving for a ball in center field (it was just his second game at the position this season). He's scheduled to get X-rays, and more will obviously be known after the results are received. Jason Bay replaced him in center field on Saturday.

Dustin Ackley will make his first major league start in center field Friday against the Cubs.

Mariners manager Eric Wedge resisted playing Ackley there for a day game on Wednesday, but he'll have enough prep time leading up to Friday's game to get comfortable. Fresh off hitting .365/.472/.500 in 25 games with Triple-A Tacoma, the 25-year-old should get plenty of playing time between center field and left in the coming days with Franklin Gutierrez and Michael Morse both on the disabled list.

Mariners manager Eric Wedge said he didn't put Dustin Ackley in the starting lineup Wednesday because he wants him to get better acclimated to the outfield.

Wedge didn't think it was fair to put Ackley out there for Wednesday's matinee with no pre-game work time, so it sounds like he'll make his debut in the outfield on Friday. The 25-year-old has earned his way back to the majors after hitting .365/.472/.500 in 25 games with Triple-A Tacoma.

Dustin Ackley is not in Wednesday's lineup against the Pirates.

Ackley was called up from Triple-A Tacoma on Tuesday after batting .365/.472/.500 in 25 games. It's a little odd that the Mariners didn't throw him right in the lineup, but he's expected to see plenty of playing time in the outfield in the coming days.

Mariners recalled INF/OF Dustin Ackley from Triple-A Tacoma.

With Nick Franklin playing so well, the Mariners plan to use Ackley in the outfield. He should see ample time in both left and center field with Michael Morse and Franklin Gutierrez on the disabled list. Ackley batted .365/.472/.500 in 25 games at Tacoma and should be considered for an addition to AL-only rosters.

Dustin Ackley is starting in left field for Triple-A Tacoma Wednesday.

Nick Franklin has looked good since his call-up, so the Mariners are looking for other ways to get Ackley into the lineup when he returns. He could also potentially see some time at first base. Ackley is batting .429/.536/.607 with two homers over 13 games at Tacoma since being demoted last month.

The Seattle Times believes the Mariners should call up Dustin Ackley from Triple-A Tacoma.

Ackley is batting .408/.508/.592 and has at least one hit in 11 straight games since being demoted. The Mariners have struggled offensively, so he could be a potential solution. Alex Liddi or Carlos Triunfel are candidates to be sent down if Ackley is recalled.