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Yankees' Ben Rice Receives Mentor Support for Comeback

3/10/2026

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Ben Rice of the New York Yankees faced significant challenges last season due to a declining batting average and fan criticism.
Rice's .271 batting average on balls in play ranked low among qualified hitters.
Paul Goldschmidt mentors Rice to improve his overall game.
Aaron Boone believes Rice can become a key middle-of-the-order hitter for the Yankees in the American League East this season.

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Ben Rice of the New York Yankees faced significant challenges last season due to a declining batting average and fan criticism.
Rice's .271 batting average on balls in play ranked low among qualified hitters.
Paul Goldschmidt mentors Rice to improve his overall game.
Aaron Boone believes Rice can become a key middle-of-the-order hitter for the Yankees in the American League East this season.