Ben Rice's key hit helps Yankees secure 8-3 win over Blue Jays

Ben Rice hit a two-run single during a three-run sixth inning, leading the New York Yankees to an 8-3 victory against the Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday. The Yankees detailed their offensive surge by knocking out Blue Jays starter José Soriano early in the sixth. Jaz Chisholm Jr. added a two-run homer in the seventh, while Trent Grisham and Rice extended their lead. Carlos Rodón, making his second start off the injured list, allowed two runs in four innings. The Yankees have now won six of their last seven games and will next face the Houston Astros, while the Blue Jays prepare to host the Kansas City Royals.

• 8:37 PMYahoo Sports — Ben Rice hits two-run single to cap 3-run sixth as Yankees pull away for 8-3 victory over Blue Jays