Trending Now - Yankees Trust Ben Rice's Bat, yet He Sits Against Lefties

WHO:

Ben Rice, New York Yankees, Giants

WHAT:

Ben Rice is not in the lineup for the game against the Giants on March 27th, 2026.

The Yankees plan to give Ben Rice opportunities to face left-handed starters during the 2026 season.

WHERE:

The game is taking place against the Giants.

WHEN:

The game is scheduled for March 27th, 2026.

WHY:

The Yankees have faith in Ben Rice's ability to hit left-handed pitchers, but he is not starting against the first lefty of the season.

HOW:

The Yankees are managing Ben Rice's playing time strategically by not starting him against left-handed pitchers initially.

(UPDATED March 27, 2026 23:08 UTC)

Ben Rice will not be in the lineup for the Yankees' game against the Giants on March 27, 2026, as the team is managing his playing time strategically. While the Yankees have confidence in Rice's ability to hit left-handed pitchers, they have decided to hold him out against the first lefty of the season. However, they plan to give him opportunities to face left-handed starters as the season progresses.