‘Wrecking ball’ Ben Rice makes his case against lefties with big day at plate for Yankees

Ben Rice took another step Friday in proving his value in the big leagues.  At the start of the season, the Yankees were hesitant to use him against left-handed pitchers, often leaving the catcher-turned-first baseman out of the lineup. ...

Ben Rice took another step Friday in proving his value in the big leagues.  At the start of the season, the Yankees were hesitant to use him against left-handed pitchers, often leaving the catcher-turned-first baseman out of the lineup.  However, he continued to make his case to the Yankees that he can be matched up...