Ben Rice rebounds from May slump in Yankees win over Guardians
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
New York Yankees first baseman Ben Rice showcased his return to form during a June 8 game against the Cleveland Guardians. After struggling with a hand injury in May, where he posted a low.197 average, Rice bounced back with a.395 average since May 27. His performance included a game-winning run in the tenth inning against the Guardians. The Yankees had previously lost 10 of 16 games while Rice was slumping, making his resurgence crucial for the team.
- •Rice suffered a hand injury on May 3 against the Orioles.
- •His average dropped to.197 from May 8 to May 26.
- •Since May 27, Rice is hitting.395 with significant extra-base hits.
- •Rice scored the winning run against the Guardians in the tenth inning on June 8.
- •The Yankees aim to improve their standings amid recent struggles.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — How Ben Rice got his groove back
"Rice had a cold spell in May following his hand injury, but it looks like he’s back on track.
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