Ben Rice's ninth-inning home run lifts Yankees over Blue Jays

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Ben Rice's ninth-inning home run lifts Yankees over Blue Jays
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Ben Rice hit a two-run home run in the ninth inning, leading the New York Yankees to victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on June 14, 2026. The game was held at Rogers Centre in Toronto, where the Yankees had struggled previously, winning only one of their last ten games in the venue. With the score tied at 3-3, Rice's late heroics ensured the Yankees won the series, giving them confidence following a difficult year against the Blue Jays. This performance marked Rice’s third consecutive appearance on the At-Bat of the Week list.

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  • Ben Rice's home run came with one out in the ninth inning.
  • The Yankees ended a rough stretch in Toronto, winning the series.
  • The game was tied 3-3 before Rice's critical hit.
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  • 5:00 PMYahoo SportsYankees At-Bat of the Week: Ben Rice (6/14)
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Rice’s ninth inning home run won the game for his team on Sunday.

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