The real reason Ben Rice is not catching for Yankees
Ben Rice has emerged as one of the top hitters in Major League Baseball this season, contributing significantly to the New York Yankees. Despite his background as a catcher, he has not played the position in 2026 due to concerns about injury risk. The Yankees are prioritizing his offensive contributions, which include a high OPS and home run count.
- ▪Ben Rice ranks at or near the top of most offensive categories in the Majors this season.
- ▪He has not caught in 2026, focusing instead on first base and designated hitter roles.
- ▪The Yankees are keeping him off catching duties to avoid injury risk, given his value to the team.
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