Ben Rice Eliminated in First Round of 2026 Home Run Derby

New York Yankees standout Ben Rice was eliminated in the first round of the 2026 Home Run Derby after hitting seven home runs. Despite his status as an American League All-Star starter, Rice struggled to find a rhythm as his competitors surpassed his total. Reflecting on the experience, Rice described his first Derby appearance as an unforgettable and "sick" event, noting that the experience was a success because he shared it with his father, Dan.