Spencer Jones bats third in Yankees lineup against Mariners
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 7:09 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
The New York Yankees announce their lineup for Wednesday's game against the Seattle Mariners at Yankee Stadium. Spencer Jones has been elevated to the No. 3 spot in the order while Ben Rice struggles at the plate, batting just.119 since July 22. The Yankees are coming off a 4-1 win over Seattle, marking their 30th comeback victory of the season. Manager Aaron Boone emphasizes the importance of recent tight games as a sign of the team's improving performance. The matchup features Yankees pitcher Will Warren facing Mariners starter Bryce Miller.
- •Yankees' game against Mariners is a middle match of a three-game series.
- •Spencer Jones is slotted third in the batting order.
- •Yankees have won 10 of their last 17 games since July 19.
- •Ben Rice is struggling, hitting.119 in his last 67 at-bats.
- •Will Warren (8-6, 4.18) pitches for the Yankees against Bryce Miller (4-6, 3.08).
- 7:09 PMYahoo Sports — Spencer Jones bats third, Yankees announce Wednesday lineup vs. Mariners
"It's the middle game of a three-game set at Yankee Stadium between the Mariners and Yankees.
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