Ben Rice eliminated from Home Run Derby but enjoys time with dad
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 4:15 AM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
Ben Rice was eliminated in the first round of the Home Run Derby on July 13 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, hitting seven home runs. Despite finishing last and needing ten to advance, Rice highlighted the experience as a success for being able to participate alongside his father, Dan. They recreated backyard drills from their past, emphasizing the familial bond over competition. Rice remains positive about the outcome and plans to return to the Yankees lineup with newfound confidence following the event.
- •Rice finished last in the Derby, scoring seven homers.
- •He needed ten home runs to advance to the second round.
- •The event took place at Citizens Bank Park on July 13.
- •Rice emphasized the success of sharing the moment with his father.
- •He plans to return to the Yankees lineup after the All-Star experience.
- 4:15 AMYahoo Sports — Ben Rice Fails Derby Round But Wins With Dad
"Ben Rice fell in the first round of the Home Run Derby, yet he calls the experience a success for sharing it with his father.
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