Ben Rice's All-Star candidacy strengthens amid breakout season for Yankees
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 12:51 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Ben Rice is making a strong case for the 2026 MLB All-Star Game as he continues to excel for the New York Yankees. As of June 23, he is hitting.293 with 22 home runs and 53 RBIs, showcasing his significance to the team, especially in the absence of Aaron Judge. Although Rice currently trails Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in fan voting by over 575,000 votes, his performance has positioned him for a spot in Philadelphia. His journey to stardom from the 12th-round pick in the draft to one of the league's prominent hitters underscores the impact he has made this season.
- •Rice has 22 home runs, ranking fourth in the American League.
- •His OPS is above 1.000, a mark achieved by elite hitters.
- •Rice's contributions have become vital without Aaron Judge anchoring the lineup.
- •He played college baseball at Dartmouth before joining the Yankees.
- •Despite trailing in votes, Rice is positioned for Phase 2 voting.
- 12:51 AMYahoo Sports — Ben Rice's All-Star case is becoming impossible for MLB to ignore
"The Yankees slugger has been insanely good.
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