Rice contributed offensively with a productive night and delivered RBI on a sequence that included a derailed play and a subsequent scoring opportunity, reflecting the depth of NYY’s lineup around Judge’s milestone.

Rice is a long-term plan at 1B for the Yankees, with upside tied to development and time in the majors. In fantasy, Rice might be off the radar early, but he could become a sneaky keeper if he seizes the 1B job.

Rice belted a three-run homer off Scherzer in the first, providing a spark that kept the Yankees in striking distance and highlighted Rice’s ability to pace a late‐season offense.

Ben Rice blasted a three-run homer in the first inning, providing the key early swing for New York in the 4-3 win, neutralizing Toronto’s late charge.

Rice provides first-base depth and potential RBI opportunities behind the plate-heavy Yankees setup, giving Schlittler additional support from the bottom half of the order.