Cody Bellinger, Ben Rice set to bat back-to-back in All-Star Game

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Last updated Jul 13, 2026

Cody Bellinger, Ben Rice set to bat back-to-back in All-Star Game
Summary

Cody Bellinger and Ben Rice will hit back-to-back for the American League in the MLB All-Star Game on July 14 in Philadelphia. Bellinger is scheduled to bat sixth and play right field, while Rice will bat seventh and play first base. Their inclusion follows injuries to several AL All-Stars, leading Rice to make his All-Star debut. Notable absences include Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Aaron Judge, both dealing with injuries, as well as Byron Buxton, who recently went on the injured list.

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  • Bellinger has been an NL All-Star twice previously.
  • Rice is making his first All-Star appearance.
  • AL lineup includes Mike Trout and Yordan Alvarez.
  • Guerrero Jr. and Judge opted out due to injuries.
  • The All-Star Game takes place on July 14.
Latest Updates
  • 12:53 AMYahoo SportsCody Bellinger, Ben Rice have a big first inning at MLB All-Star Game
  • 6:57 PMYahoo SportsCody Bellinger, Ben Rice will hit back-to-back at MLB All-Star Game
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See where Cody Bellinger and Ben Rice will bat for the American League at Tuesday's MLB All-Star Game in Philadelphia.

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The Yankees are making themselves known early on in Tuesday night's MLB All-Star Game.

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