Coverage dated September 30, 2026

Ben Rice, rare Ivy Leaguer in major leagues, had route to stardom that was anything but routine

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NEW YORK (AP) — Ben Rice’s route to stardom with the New York Yankees was anything but routine, even though he is a creature of habit. A rare Ivy League graduate playing big league baseball, the baby-faced 27-year-old has filled the offensive void created by Aaron Judge’s injury-filled season.

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    NEW YORK (AP) — Ben Rice’s route to stardom with the New York Yankees was anything but routine, even though he is a creature of habit. A rare Ivy League graduate playing big league baseball, the baby-faced 27-year-old has filled the offensive void created by Aaron Judge’s injury-filled season.

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