What Ben Rice still means to the Yankees — even if he’s regressed without Aaron Judge

Even Rice would acknowledge the consistency hasn't been there since Judge went down.

The Yankees cleared Aaron Judge to begin swinging off a tee, the first time he's done so since fracturing a rib.

May 30, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; New York Yankees right fielder Aaron Judge (99) during batting practice before the start of the game against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images The New York Yankees offense without Aaron Judge has not been a fun one to wat

Aaron Judge speeds up his return: The Yankees receive news that could change their season  MARCA